My cat has a lump on her neck – could it be the microchip?

Our question this week was:

Dr. Debra – My cat has a microchip. She has a small lump (pea size) under her neck. Could this be the chip? I thought I read something about chips and tumors.

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Debbie Taysom

Answer

Hi – thanks for your email Debbie. You wrote that your cat has a lump on the under size of her next the size of a pea and you wonder if it could be the microchip. It is possible but most microchips are over the back or can migrate down the sides of a cat. I’d recommend having your cat scanned to see if this helps determine the location of the chip. Also, an x-ray will tell the presence and location of a chip.

We did some research on if microchips cause tumors – you may really like to read this article. Go to: Do Microchips Cause Cancer?

Best of luck!

Dr. Debra

P.S. Don’t forget to register your microchip! It’s the best way to ensure you’re reunited with your pet if they get lost. Register your pet's chip for free at PetPlace!