Wondering what this mysterious lump is

[Shadeunderatree]

I recently moved in with my parents, and their cat has an odd lump on his chin. I’ve read cats can get lymphomas, however this doesn’t quite look like one. It is hard to the touch, and it seems like it hurts him when we do try to touch it. He has apparently had this lump for quite some time, but just recently it has become visible to the eye and stopped growing hair. He also has some bald spots on his stomach and legs, which I think can be attributed to overgrooming but worth mentioning just in case. He is very overdue for a vet visit, and we are planning on bringing him in the next chance we get, but I am looking for some answers in the meantime so I can better help him at home

 

[My Buddy Mikey]

Definitely needs to be checked by a veterinarian. Wishing him a good recovery.

 

[Shadeunderatree]

Definitely needs to be checked by a veterinarian. Wishing him a good recovery.

Very much agreed!! I just hope he isn’t in pain in the meantime

 

[Antonio65]

Did you check if the lump under his chin matches something under his tongue?
Is he able to eat?

 

[Shadeunderatree]

Did you check if the lump under his chin matches something under his tongue?
Is he able to eat?

He is eating totally fine, often eats his share then attempts to go after the others cats share haha.
I hadn’t thought to check under his tongue, but that’s a good idea. As a child I had a cat who developed a cyst inside his mouth that we didn’t know about until it burst. I don’t want this to happen to him

 

[Antonio65]

Well, have a check and see if it's all clear inside his mouth. Just to be on the safe side.