nursing

Question
my nursing cat's nipples are very red, swollen,and look very painful,i was wondering if there is something i can put on them that will soothe her  but not harm the kittens?

Answer
Hello Lisa.

It sounds like mastitis. I am including some links that will explain the ailment. Copy and paste the whole link into your address bar if the links are not clickable.

http://www.cat-world.com.au/MastitisInCats.htm

http://www.petplace.com/cats/mastitis-in-cats/page3.aspx

Hope the information helps you and your poor kitty.

Carol