Feral Cat Limping

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hello I’ve been feeding this feral cat for a few weeks that’s been coming to my neighborhood. It’s already been neutered because one of it’s ear is clipped. Two days ago I noticed the cat limping and lifting it’s front paw when it was time to feed it. I didn’t saw anything wrong with it’s leg but it ran away when I approached closer to look at it. Today I saw it putting some weight on its front paw now but it’s still limping a bit. The cat also licks it’s front paw a lot after it’s done eating. It lay on the ground and stretched and I got to take a look at the paw. It looks like it got injured but I’m not sure what caused it. Does anyone know what it could be and if there’s any home remedies I can use to help it? My parents are allergic to cats so I can’t bring the cat inside. I’m also trying to reach out to rescue groups that can help or give advice because I can’t afford a vet right now. If anyone can give me advice and help, I’ll really appreciate it. Thank you.
 

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Hi! Bless you for being there for this kitty!! You are going a long way already towards helping, with a reliable source of food :)

You could try adding l-lysine. Some people and vets don't believe it has a positive effect but on the other hand it may.
 

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Hi! Bless you for being there for this kitty!! You are going a long way already towards helping, with a reliable source of food :)

You could try adding l-lysine. Some people and vets don't believe it has a positive effect but on the other hand it may.
L-Lysine is used for Upper Respiratory infections. I have never heard of using it for cats with a limp. I don't think it would do much good for a cat that is limping.

I would keep an eye on this kitty. Nothing from the picture you sent looks out of the ordinary. If the limp continues or gets worse, you will need to find a way to get the kitty to the vet.
 

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I commented about it due to some mentions of it being useful for helping the body heal, and that it possibly promotes calcium absorption. Depending on what happened, there could be a bruise on the leg bone(s).
 
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