Tiny Kitten’s Swollen Head Revealed as Abscess
A stray kitten arrived at the Humane Society of Greater Kansas City over the Fourth of July weekend with a dramatically swollen head, prompting immediate concern from staff.
What Happened
The kitten, later nicknamed Megamind, was found with a soft, fluid-filled swelling that suggested an abscess rather than hydrocephalus. An X-ray confirmed his skull was normal, ruling out fractures or brain buildup. The medical team carefully drained the fluid from his head, and the kitten remained calm and still throughout the procedure.
After the surgery, the kitten became agitated when cuddles stopped, showing how much he valued affection. He stayed in the hospital for about a week while recovering. Once healthy enough, he was adopted by the person who originally found him, completing a full circle of care.
Key takeaways
- A stray kitten’s swollen head was caused by an abscess, not hydrocephalus.
- X-ray showed a normal skull.
- Fluid was carefully drained from the head.
- The kitten stayed calm during the procedure.
- He became agitated when cuddles stopped after surgery.
- He remained in the hospital for about a week.
- He was adopted by the person who found him.
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Originally reported by iHeartCats. Read the full article.