Symptoms in your Cat that You Need to Look For
Symptoms in your Cat that You Need to Look For

When we detect pain in our bodies, we can easily tell someone that we need help, and they will be able to bring us to the hospital. Cats cannot do that, but watching them can tell you many things, which is why owners should monitor their cats and be aware of the symptoms.

We'll show you a few diseases you should watch out for and the symptoms.

Feline infectious peritonitis (FIP) is the most dangerous disease and is the leading cause of death among cats. It is caused by a coronavirus infection. The symptoms are prevalent with other ailments, so it is tough to tell.

There is also Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV), similar to HIV (human immunodeficiency virus). Like in humans, it is a lifelong infection that progresses slowly and leads to death.

Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV). This is a retrovirus that causes fatal non-cancerous and cancerous diseases. It can be treated fortunately using some household detergents and bleach as well as warmth and drying. It is transmitted through the feces, saliva, tears, and urine of infected cats. The virus cannot survive long in the environment, unlike the other two, so it is only contagious when the infected cat is close to another cat for an extended period.

Another threat to cats is worms, caused by a fungal infection spread through spores. Since it is a self-limiting disease, you can't do anything to make it go away. It may just take a few months, but it will eventually clear up.

The chances that your cat already has feline diabetes are big if your cat is overweight. The symptoms include excessive urination and thirst, as well as weight loss or gain. The vets are not yet sure what causes this. A few research studies have shown a link between certain medications and pancreatic disease, and hormonal imbalance.

Most of the symptoms of the diseases mentioned are very similar, including vomiting, diarrhea, a decrease in vision, lameness lasting for more than 5 days in one leg, seizure, excessive panting, hair loss, blood in the stool or urine, breathing heavily or rapidly at rest, persistent coughing or gagging. Your cat will have to be tested.

The vet will take some urine, feces samples, and blood. Any strange behavior that you have observed and give will also be helpful. The proper treatment will be administered only when the tests come out. Each case varies. What worked for other cats may not have the same definite effect on yours.

Your cat will continue to be healthy if you give it constant attention. This can be done by feeding it high-quality food, giving it fresh water, exercising. Also, making sure it stays indoors, proper grooming, and regular visits to the vet.

If you have missed any of these easy-to-follow steps, bad things can happen. You will soon see changes in the feline's behavior, and doing nothing about it is just going to make it worse. So practice good cat care tips and look out for symptoms.

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