Mystery Wound on Cat's head...

[Catty1]

Thankfully, the owner is very open to suggestions and advice. I'll keep at it!

[funny felines]

can't imagine what it could be...but the fact that it doesn't go away, seems to me that either-1) the cat keeps scratching it and it didn't heal because of that or 2) there might be something under the scab, maybe that is why it won't heal, something that may need to be removed?? seems like if it were a sore it would heal if left alone.

[Freedom]

No idea, but I did wonder if this was under a patch of white hair?

There may be NOT connection, being different species and all. But white hair dogs routinely get skin "bumps" as they age, and these turn to the crumbly black scab and come off. I know there is a term the vet used other than "bumps," but I don't remember it.

Just saying, it could be nothing, so he -- the owner -- shouldn't be terrified of bad news by getting in to the vet.

If you do find out, let us know!

[Catty1]

Sandie, George IS a grey and white kitty - so maybe there was a patch of white hair there.

I'll let you know.

thanks!

ETA: Is it this?

Mycetoma are tumor-like masses caused by several species of fungi that enter the body through wounds. The typical appearance is a lump beneath the skin with an open tract to the surface draining a granular material. The color of the granules is white, yellow or black, depending on the type of fungus involved. The condition may resemble a chronic abscess that refuses to heal with antibiotics. Some species of mycetoma can cause a fatal infection.

Recommended Treatment: Antifungal drugs are seldom effective. Complete surgical removal is the treatment of choice.