Q: My new kitten Nala has ear mites, for which my veterinarian prescribed treatment. I know from reading your column that some animal parasites also infect people. Can Nala's ear mites jump to me?

An aural (ear) hematoma refers to the collection of blood in the cat's earflap or cartilage. It appears as a swelling that feels soft and hot. The primary cause of aural hematoma is a self-induced ...