FIP Cat FAQ
Abnormal symptoms
Some abnormal clinical symptoms of feline infectious peritonitis often confuse cat owners. Here are some relatively frequently reported problems summarized, and the causes and solutions of these symptoms are analyzed in detail to facilitate visitors’ understanding.
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Still diarrhea after 30 days of treatment
Pathogeny
1. Oral use of GS drugs will cause diarrhea in cats.
2. The cat’s intestines are seriously damaged and have not recovered.
3. The cat’s abdomen is stimulated by cold, causing diarrhea.
4. Cats steal other foods that cause diarrhea.
Solution
1. Feed steamed or boiled pumpkins
2. Give cats laxatives for treatment
3. Take probiotics
4. Change the type of drug and change to needle
5. Create a warm and comfortable rest area for cats
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The cat has breathing difficulties after injection
Pathogeny
1.The short-term stress of cats caused by stimulation or fright
2.Injection into the wrong site affects the surrounding tissues and organs. For example, when injected on both sides of the body, the freshly injected drug affects the range of motion of the cat’s respiratory organs.
3. The nerves and blood vessels are damaged during the injection, which may cause the cat’s physical discomfort and cause discomfort, causing difficulty breathing.
4. Pleural effusion, ascites, etc. caused by the progression of the cat’s abdominal disease may lead to difficulty breathing in cats.
5.Respiratory problems caused by other complications of cabdominal transmission, such as pneumonia, etc. After injection, these diseases may cause a brief aggravation of the condition and difficulty breathing.
6.Allergic reactions, very few cats will have allergic reactions, causing respiratory edema and spasms, resulting in dyspnea.
Solution
1. Create a quiet and comfortable environment, avoid noise and crowding, and reduce cat panic and anxiety.
2. Check the respiratory tract and gently open the cat’s mouth (refer to FIP Cat Nurse) to check the cat’s mouth and throat for edema and foreign body.
3. Check whether the cat’s nasal cavity is blocked by secretions.
4. Raise the cat’s head appropriately to reduce respiratory pressure. You can put a cushion under the cat’s body to promote smooth breathing.
5. Oxygen absorption support can be given to cats when conditions permit.
6.If the situation is serious, seek medical attention in time.
7. Change the injection site
8.Observe whether the cat has other diseases (complications)
9. Learn injection skills to prevent injection mistakes
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The cat’s appetite has always been normal.
Pathogeny
1. The disease is in the early stage, and the cat’s physical function has not been seriously damaged.
2. The cat was treated in time.
3. The disease slows down and the digestive system has not been severely damaged.
4. Cats are optimistic and have strong disease tolerance.
4. Cats are in good physique, young and have strong resistance.
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A floating cystic protrusion appears in the abdomen
Pathogeny
1. Appears after drug injection synovial fluid
2. There is a small probability that the drug will not be absorbed after injection, and it will converge to the abdomen or near the abdomen, forming a sac-like bulge.
Solution
1. Mild symptoms: If the cat has no obvious discomfort and subsides slowly within a week, there is no need to be nervous.
2. Keep the problematic parts clean
3. When the cat has a strong desire to lick, it can use the Elizabeth Circle.
4. After injection, choose a cold compress to reduce local swelling and pain for 10-15 minutes each time.
5. After 4-6 hours of injection, you can choose a hot compress. You can apply a warm towel or other products at a temperature of about 40 degrees to the injection site to promote blood circulation and accelerate the absorption of drugs or synovial fluids.
6. If it is a synovial fluid caused by tissue damage caused by injection, anti-inflammatory drugs can be used under the guidance of a veterinarian to reduce inflammatory reactions.
7. If it is a synovial fluid caused by allergies, anti-allergic drugs can be used under the guidance of a veterinarian.
8. If there is more synovial fluid, and pain, fever, loss of appetite and other symptoms appear at the same time, you should seek medical attention in time.
9. In some cases, it may be necessary to extract synovial fluid to determine the possibility of infection.
9. If the synovial fluid is large, you can choose to extract synovial fluid to release stress and relieve symptoms.
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Cats have always been reluctant to eat.
Pathogeny
1. Cat’s abdominal transmission may cause cat abdominal pain, joint pain, etc., and the pain will reduce the cat’s appetite.
2. When exudate accumulates in the abdominal cavity, it will oppress the abdominal organs, causing the cat to feel uncomfortable and unwilling to eat.
3. Cat’s abdominal transmission is often accompanied by fever symptoms. Body fever will make cats feel uncomfortable and affect their appetite.
4. Cat’s abdominal transmission may lead to slowing down the cat’s gastrointestinal peristalsis, abnormal secretion of digestive juice, etc., thus causing indigestion and loss of appetite.
5. Damage to the function of the liver, pancreas and other organs: Cat’s abdominal transmission may involve the liver, pancreas and other digestive organs, affecting their normal function. The abnormal function of these organs will affect the digestion and absorption of food, which in turn leads to loss of appetite in cats.
6. Cats will feel stressed and uneasy after getting sick, and this psychological state will also affect their appetite. They may lose interest in food because of physical discomfort and fear of disease.
7. When treating cat transmission, it may be necessary to change the cat’s living environment, such as hospitalization. Changes in the environment may also make cats feel nervous and uncomfortable, so they are reluctant to eat.
Solution
1. Priority is given to quickly relieve the clinical symptoms of cats through GS drug treatment and promote cats to eat on their own.
2. Lure cats to eat through snacks
3. Consult a veterinarian to extract abdominal fluid, reduce abdominal pressure, and restore the cat’s appetite.
4. Consult a veterinarian to buy appetite-stimulating drugs
5. Create a comfortable and safe environment
6. Quickly reduce fever by using antipyretics by veterinarians
7. Use liver nutrition supplements
8. Force-feeding to ensure the basic energy and nutritional requirements of cats
9. Often soothe cats and relieve their emotions
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Cats are irritable and aggressive after abdominal treatment.
Pathogeny
1. Although the cat is undergoing treatment, it may still have physical pain or discomfort. For example, the side effects of the drugs during the treatment process may cause the cat to feel unwell, or the disease itself has caused certain damage to the cat’s body and has not fully recovered. In this case, the cat may become irritable and prone to attacking people due to the pain.
2. The treatment process of feline infectious peritonitis is usually long and complex, and cats may endure considerable psychological pressure during this process. For example, frequent visits to the veterinarian, injections, and medication may cause cats to feel scared and anxious, thereby leading to abnormal behaviors.
3. During the treatment period, the living environment of the cat may have changed, such as returning home after hospitalization or having a new pet at home. These environmental changes may make the cat feel uneasy, thereby triggering aggressive behavior.
Solution
1. Check whether the cat’s body has abnormal manifestations, such as wound pain, abdominal discomfort, etc., and timely feedback the cat’s symptoms to the veterinarian
2. Try to create a quiet and comfortable environment for the cat, reducing external disturbances and stimuli. You can provide the cat with some toys it likes and comfortable resting places to enable the cat to relax.
3. If there are environmental changes, cats should be adapted gradually. For example, when a new pet comes to the home, they can be isolated first to allow the cat to gradually get familiar with the smell of the new pet, and then gradually guide them to contact each other.
4.Understanding the behavioral changes of cats is due to the influence of diseases and treatments. Don’t lose your temper or punish the cat. Instead, give the cat more patience and care, communicate with the cat with gentle voices and actions, and let the cat feel the owner’s concern.
5. You can spend more time with the cat and gently stroke its head and back to make it gradually relax.
6. Try to avoid behaviors that might stimulate cats, such as sudden loud noises, forcibly holding cats, etc. When interacting with cats, observe their reactions. If the cats show unease or irritability, stop the interaction immediately and let the cats be alone for a period of time.
7. Relaxing mood drugs can be used. Please consult a veterinarian for details.
8. If the aggressive behavior of the cat persists seriously or is accompanied by other abnormal symptoms, such as loss of appetite and listlessness, one should seek the help of a veterinarian or professional pet behavior expert in time.
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Make snoring sounds
Reason
1.Frequent purring of cats may be related to the physical discomfort caused by feline infectious peritonitis. Feline infectious peritonitis can cause various symptoms in cats, such as fever, loss of appetite, weight loss, and enlarged abdomen. The physical discomfort may make cats relieve themselves or express discomfort by purring.
2.If the cat only purrs occasionally, and there is no obvious abnormality in other aspects such as mental state and appetite, it may be just a normal behavior.
Solution
1. Analyze whether the cat is happy or painful in combination with other symptoms of cats.
2. Check the cause of the cat’s pain. If you can’t determine the cause, seek medical attention in time.
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An increase in the frequency of sneezing
Pathogeny
1. Cat’s abdominal transmission will reduce the cat’s immunity. Cats are more susceptible to various pathogens, such as viruses, bacteria, etc. When a cat’s respiratory tract is infected, it may have symptoms of sneezing.
2. Cat’s abdominal transmission may cause damage to the cat’s liver, kidney and other organ functions. The abnormal function of these organs may affect the overall health of cats, making them more prone to respiratory problems, thus causing sneezing.
3.While cats suffer from cat-to-abdominal transmission, they may be infected with upper respiratory tract viruses or bacteria, such as feline herpes virus, feline goblet virus, chlamydia, mycoplasma, etc. These pathogens can cause inflammation of the upper respiratory tract of cats, leading to sneezing, runny nose, coughing and other symptoms.
4. Cats may be allergic to certain substances in the environment, such as pollen, dust mites, mold, etc. Allergic reactions can also cause cats to sneeze, which may be accompanied by itching, tears and other symptoms.
Solution
1. Actively treat cat abdominal transmission, use GS drugs to cats on time, and control the development of cat abdominal transmission to help cats’ immune system gradually recover.
2. Provide nutritional support, give high-quality cat food at the same time, and also appropriately supplement some nutritional supplements, such as vitamins, minerals, etc., to enhance the immunity of cats.
3. Clean the living environment of cats regularly, reduce the growth of bacteria, viruses and other pathogens, and reduce the risk of cats being infected again.
4. Cooperate with the veterinarian to treat the cat’s abdominal transmission, and carry out corresponding treatment for the damaged organs. For example, if the liver is damaged, it may be necessary to use hepatoprotective drugs; if the kidney is damaged, it may be necessary to adjust the diet and reduce protein intake, etc.
5. Examination by veterinarians to determine the possibility of upper respiratory tract infections caused by viruses, bacteria or other pathogens. If it is a viral infection, antiviral drugs may be used; if it is a bacterial infection, antibiotics may be required. At the same time, some drugs can be used to relieve respiratory symptoms, such as nasal drops, cough suppressants, etc.
6. Keep the cat’s living environment warm and comfortable, and avoid the cat’s cold. Provide enough water to help cats excrete toxins in the body.
7. Try to keep the cat away from allergens. For example, if you are allergic to pollen, minimize the cat’s going out during the pollen season; if you are allergic to dust mites, clean the cat’s bed, toys, etc. regularly. If it is confirmed that it is an allergy, contact the veterinarian immediately and use some anti-allergic drugs, such as antihistamines, under the guidance of the veterinarian, to relieve the allergic symptoms of the cat.
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Don’t defecate in the litter box after FIP infection.
Reason
1.Feline infectious peritonitis can make cats extremely weak, possibly accompanied by discomfort such as abdominal pain and abdominal distension. These discomforts can make it difficult for cats to endure until they find a suitable location of the litter box when they want to excrete, thus defecating and urinating everywhere.
2.During the illness, the excretion habits of cats may change due to physical pain and they cannot control their excretion behaviors as they do when healthy.
3.Feline infectious peritonitis may affect the urinary system of cats, causing symptoms such as frequent urination and urgent urination. When cats feel the urgent need to excrete, they may be unable to control it before reaching the litter box.
4.Viruses may cause inflammation of the kidneys or bladder, making the excretion needs of cats more frequent and urgent
5.Cats that are ill usually feel stressed and anxious, especially when facing a serious disease like feline infectious peritonitis. This psychological state may affect their behavior, causing them to defecate and urinate anywhere.
6.Cats may develop anxiety due to physical discomfort, fear of diseases and the stress brought by the treatment process, thereby changing their normal excretion habits.
7.During the treatment of feline infectious peritonitis, cats may frequently visit the hospital, undergo various examinations and treatments, which will cause significant changes to their environment. Such environmental changes may make cats feel uneasy and then exhibit the behavior of defecating and urinating anywhere.
8.The arrival of strangers at home (such as veterinarians or caregivers), the placement of new items, etc., may all have an impact on the psychology of cats.
9.During the illness, the physical condition of the cat may cause changes in its requirements for the litter box. If the litter box is not clean, comfortable, or in an inappropriate position, the cat may refuse to use the litter box and choose to defecate and urinate anywhere.
10.In severe cases, feline infectious peritonitis may affect the nervous system of cats, leading to cognitive impairments. In such circumstances, cats may forget the habit of using the litter box or be unable to correctly identify the location of the litter box, thus defecating and urinating anywhere.
Solution
1.Carry out the drug treatment strictly in accordance with the veterinarian’s advice to control the development of feline infectious peritonitis, alleviate the physical discomfort of the cat. This is the fundamental measure to solve the problem of defecating and urinating everywhere.
2.Take the cat to the hospital for regular reexamination regularly to ensure the treatment effect and adjust the treatment plan in time
3.If there is suspicion that the cat has urinary system problems, the veterinarian should be informed in time for corresponding examinations and treatments. Urine analysis, ultrasound examinations, etc. may be required to determine the specific cause.
4.According to the veterinarian’s advice, it may be necessary to administer medication to the cat to alleviate urinary system symptoms. At the same time, pay attention to providing the cat with sufficient drinking water to promote urine excretion.
5.Try to maintain a stable and quiet living environment for cats, reduce the appearance of strangers and new items, and make cats feel at ease in a familiar environment.
6.Providing a warm and comfortable resting place for cats, such as a soft cat bed, can enable cats to rest and recover better during their illness.
7.Spend more time accompanying the cat, interact with it, stroke it, and let the cat feel the owner’s care. This helps reduce the cat’s anxiety.
8.Regularly clean the cat litter box at least once a day to keep the cat litter dry and clean. This can make the cat more willing to use the litter box. Replace the dirty cat litter in time. Choose cat litter of good quality and strong water absorption to improve the cat’s comfort of use.
9.Place the litter box in a quiet and accessible place, away from the cat’s food and water bowls. Ensure that the cat can easily reach the litter box even when it is unwell.
10.Closely observe the cat’s excretion habits to understand when and under what circumstances it usually needs to defecate. In this way, when the cat has signs of excretion, it can be guided to the litter box in time.
11.If the cat is large or the disease causes mobility difficulties, you can consider using a larger litter box so that the cat can enter and turn around comfortably.
12.Pay attention to observing whether the cat has specific excretion preferences, such as preferring to excrete on soft surfaces. Some soft pads can be placed in the litter box to increase the cat’s comfort.
13.If a cat defecates or urinates randomly, its excrement can be cleaned into the cat litter box and the cat can be guided to smell it to let it know that this is the place for excretion. After the cat uses the cat litter box correctly, rewards and praises should be given in time to reinforce its good behavior.
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Drink plenty of water after using GS drugs
Reason
1.After the cat recovers from medication, it needs to replenish the water and nutrients lost during the illness.
2.GS drugs may have a certain impact on the kidneys of cats, causing changes in the kidneys’ excretion function of water. To maintain the body’s water balance, cats will regulate by drinking a large amount of water.
3.Drugs may affect the metabolism of cats, increasing the body’s demand for water. For example, drugs may accelerate certain metabolic processes, generating more metabolic wastes, which require an increase in water intake to facilitate the excretion of wastes.
4.The physical inflammation caused by feline infectious peritonitis may affect the fluid balance of cats, making them thirsty. Drinking a large amount of water after recovering energy helps relieve the discomfort caused by the inflammation and maintain the normal functions of the body.
5.Illness and the treatment process may cause stress and anxiety for cats, and this psychological state may also affect their drinking behavior. Some cats will relieve tension by drinking a large amount of water under stress.
Solution
1. Closely observe the changes in aspects such as the cat’s water intake, urine output, appetite, mental state, etc. Record the daily water intake and the number of urinations to promptly detect the aggravation or improvement of abnormal situations.
2. Take the cat to the hospital for a re-examination, including blood tests, biochemical tests, urine and imaging tests, etc. Determine whether there are problems with the kidneys or other organs.
3.Take the cat to the hospital for regular reexaminations as recommended by the veterinarian, including blood tests, biochemical tests, urine tests, etc. These tests can help the veterinarian assess the cat’s physical condition and the effect of drug treatment, as well as determine whether there are problems with the kidneys or other organs.
4.Ensure that cats can access fresh and clean drinking water at all times. Multiple water bowls can be placed in different locations to facilitate cats’ drinking at any time. Meanwhile, attention should be paid to keeping the water bowls clean and changing the water regularly.
5.If the diet of the cat contains a high level of salt or is too dry, it can be considered to adjust the food. Choose high-quality cat food or wet food with low salt and high water content to meet the water demand of the cat. It is also appropriate to provide the cat with some fresh fruits or vegetables, such as watermelon, cucumber, etc. These foods contain a certain amount of water and can supplement the water intake of the cat.
6.Create a quiet, comfortable and warm living environment for cats to reduce stress and anxiety. Provide cats with a comfortable cat bed, toys and climbing frames to give them sufficient space and recreational activities.
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Constipation did not get better or began to be constipated after the treatment of cat’s abdominal transmission.
Reason
1.Cat abdominal treatment drugs may affect the digestive function of cats, causing intestinal peristalsis to slow down, thus causing constipation.
2.During the treatment period, constipation may be caused by insufficient dietary fiber intake or overly refined food due to changes in appetite or adjustments to the diet for the purpose of cooperating with the treatment.
3.If the cat’s food intake decreases during the treatment period, it may also weaken intestinal peristalsis and cause constipation.
4.During illness and treatment, cats may have reduced activity levels, which can affect the normal peristalsis of the intestines, causing feces to stay in the intestinal tract for too long, with excessive water absorption, resulting in constipation.
5.Feline infectious peritonitis may cause water loss in cats’ bodies. If sufficient water is not replenished in time during the treatment process, it is prone to cause dehydration, make feces dry and hard, and result in constipation.
Solution
1. Use kaiselu or feed lactose
2. Interact with cats that have recovered well, increase their activity levels, and promote intestinal peristalsis
3. Massage the abdomen and gently rub it counterclockwise.
4.Add foods with high cellulose content in the diet, such as pumpkins, broccoli, etc.
5.Prepare wet food
6.Timely replenish water for the cat and force-feed if necessary
7.Consult a veterinarian for solutions in a timely manner when necessary
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Does the cat have a fever after stopping the medicine?
Reason
1.When cats with feline infectious peritonitis stopped the medication, they were not reexamined at all. Some stopped when the globulin was over 40. Currently, those whose globulin is 34-36 after stopping the injection and whose albumin is over 30 have basically no recurrence. Many people only pursue 84 days and don’t care about the biochemical values. Whether any disease is cured or not, our reference basis is the mental state of the cat and the reexamination report. Many doctors don’t read the blood routine report. They think that a white blood cell count of 13 is normal.
2.Cats that have not been vaccinated or whose antibody levels do not meet the standard after vaccination may be infected with diseases such as feline panleukopenia in pet hospitals.
3.The feline infectious peritonitis virus may not have been completely cleared, or the cat’s body is still in the recovery stage, and the immune system has not fully returned to normal. At this time, the condition is prone to recurrence, leading to fever. Some cats have significantly improved symptoms in the later stage of treatment, but there may still be a small amount of virus residue in the body. Once the medication is stopped, the virus may become active again.
4.The immunity of cats declines, and they are prone to secondary bacterial, viral or fungal infections. After drug withdrawal, if secondary infections occur, it may cause fever.
5.Apart from feline infectious peritonitis and its related issues, cats may simultaneously have other diseases, which flare up after drug withdrawal and present as fever.
Solution
1. Once it is found that the cat has a fever after stopping the medication, it should be taken to the pet hospital immediately. The veterinarian will conduct a comprehensive physical examination, including temperature measurement, blood test, ultrasound examination, etc., to determine the cause of the fever.
2. It should continue to use GS drugs for treatment if it is determined that feline infectious peritonitis has not fully recovered.
3. For identified other infections of cats, carry out targeted treatment according to the veterinarian’s guidance
4.After returning home, closely observe the changes in the cat’s symptoms, including body temperature, appetite, mental state, and excretion conditions, etc. If the symptoms do not improve or worsen, contact the veterinarian in time.
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Increased ascites after cat-transmission treatment
Answer
Most cats’ ascites begin to subside in a week, some begin to subside in about 15 days, and a very few begin to subside in 21 days.
Reason
1.When the quality of the medicine is fine and the immune system suppresses the virus, the body will absorb the ascites, which takes time.
2.Kidney damage leads to a continuous increase in ascites.
3.It is not predicted that the change in cat’s weight will lead to insufficient drug use.
4.Insufficient drug concentration or failure
Solution
1. Determine the type of cat-to-abdominal transmission. The amount of medication is different for different types, which may cause insufficient medication.
2. Provide kidney support drugs for cats
3.It is confirmed that the disease suffered by cats is cat-borne transmission.
4.Closely observe the situation of the cat and record the abdominal circumference of the cat.
5.Determine the quality of the drug (the dosage can be increased. If the effect is better after increasing, it may be an error in the diagnosis of the type of abdominal transmission or the concentration of the drug is insufficient)
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Fever during cat-abdominal treatment
Reason
1. The diagnosis of cat-abdominal transmission type is wrong, resulting in a small amount of medication.
2.The drug concentration is insufficient
3.In the initial stage of treatment, tablets or capsules are used. Oral medications rely on the digestive system’s absorption capacity. However, in the early stage of feline infectious peritonitis, the digestive system is damaged and the absorption capacity is insufficient, resulting in insufficient blood drug concentration.
4.The decline of immunity leads to the invasion of other viruses or bacteria into the body, resulting in concurrent infections.
5.The recurrent inflammatory response of the body caused by feline infectious peritonitis
6.The treatment of feline infectious peritonitis requires a certain amount of time. During the treatment process, the virus may not be completely cleared, or the cat’s body is still in the recovery stage, and the immune system has not fully returned to normal. At this time, the condition may relapse, resulting in a fever.
Solution
1.Accurately measure the body temperature of the cat using a pet-specific thermometer to understand the degree of fever. Generally speaking, the normal body temperature of a cat is between 38°C and 39.2°C. If it exceeds 39.2°C, it can be considered that the cat has a fever.
2.Observe other symptoms of cats, such as appetite, mental state, vomiting, diarrhea, cough, runny nose, etc. These symptoms can help determine the cause of the cat’s fever and the severity of the disease.
3.If the cat’s body temperature is not particularly high, you can first try physical cooling methods. You can soak a towel in warm water and gently wipe the cat’s ears, paws, abdomen and other parts to help the cat dissipate heat. Pay attention that the water temperature should not be too low to avoid causing discomfort to the cat.
4.Place the cat in a cool and ventilated place, avoiding direct sunlight and high-temperature environments. A fan or air conditioner can be used to adjust the indoor temperature, but be careful not to let the cat blow directly against the wind outlet.
5.Adjust the treatment plan for feline infectious peritonitis based on the condition of the cat. This may include adjusting the dosage of the medicine, changing the medicine, and adding adjunctive treatments, etc.
6.If the fever is caused by complications, the veterinarian will carry out corresponding treatments for the complications. For example, if it is a bacterial infection, antibiotic treatment may be given.
7.Fever can cause cats to lose water in their bodies more quickly. Therefore, it is necessary to ensure that cats can drink fresh and clean drinking water at any time. You can place several water bowls or use an automatic water dispenser to attract cats to drink more water.
8.Choose high-quality and easily digestible food to meet the nutritional needs of cats and enhance their immunity. You can choose wet food, canned food or homemade food according to the taste and appetite of cats.
9.If the fever is severe or accompanied by other serious symptoms, take the cat to the hospital for further examination and treatment
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Cat’s ringworm appeared during the treatment of cat’s abdominal transmission
Answer
Cats that are transmitted to the abdomen often have complications of cat ringworm, which should be avoided in advance.
Reason
1.Feline infectious peritonitis is caused by the mutation of feline coronavirus. This virus attacks the immune system of cats, resulting in the decline of their immunity. The immune system is an important defense line for the body to resist various pathogens. When the immunity is reduced, the resistance of cats to pathogens such as fungi will also weaken. For example, after immune cells such as white blood cells and lymphocytes in cats are attacked, they will not be able to effectively identify and eliminate the invading fungi.
2.Feline infectious peritonitis can make cats physically weak, have a decreased appetite and lose weight. The weakened state of the body will further affect the function of the immune system, making cats more vulnerable to the invasion of various pathogens.
3.During the illness of feline infectious peritonitis, the appetite of cats decreases, which may lead to malnutrition. Malnutrition can affect the health of the skin and weaken the barrier function of the skin. The skin is the first line of defense of the body. When the barrier function is damaged, fungi are more likely to invade the skin and cause ringworm in cats.
4.The drugs for treating feline infectious peritonitis may have certain side effects on the cat’s skin and affect the health of the skin. For example, some drugs may cause symptoms such as skin allergies and itching, making the cat scratch the skin and thereby damaging the barrier function of the skin.
5.During the illness of feline infectious peritonitis, cats may be unable to maintain their own cleanliness due to physical discomfort, and at the same time, the owner may neglect the environmental hygiene due to being busy taking care of the cat. If the cat’s living environment is unhygienic and there are a large number of fungal spores, then the cat is more likely to be infected with ringworm.
6.The damp environment is conducive to the growth and reproduction of fungi. During the illness, cats cannot clean their fur in time, resulting in the inability to keep themselves dry and clean, which is prone to causing the occurrence of ringworm in cats.
Solution
1.Use warm water and mild pet-specific shower gel to gently wash the affected area to remove dirt and dandruff. Then gently wipe dry with a clean towel. Be careful not to wipe hard to avoid damaging the skin.
2.If a cat has pleural effusion, veterinarians may decide whether to perform thoracentesis and drainage based on the amount of effusion and the cat’s symptoms. By extracting the effusion in the thoracic cavity, the compression on the lungs can be reduced and the breathing condition can be improved.
3.If the cat ringworm is relatively severe, or the local treatment effect is not good, oral antifungal drugs can be taken under the advice of a veterinarian. Oral drugs need to be used strictly in accordance with the veterinarian’s prescribed dosage and usage time. Note that cats with feline infectious peritonitis have poor liver and kidney functions, and they should be used strictly in accordance with the veterinarian’s guidance.
4.Cats with feline infectious peritonitis are physically weak and have poor resistance. Therefore, it is necessary to keep the living environment clean and hygienic. Clean cat beds, litter boxes, toys and other cat supplies regularly and disinfect them with pet-specific disinfectants.
5.Ringworm in cats is prone to breed and spread in a humid environment. Therefore, it is necessary to keep the living environment of cats dry and well-ventilated. Dehumidifiers, air purifiers and other equipment can be used to reduce the environmental humidity. At the same time, cats should be exposed to more sunlight, as the ultraviolet rays in the sunlight also have a certain bactericidal effect.
6.Both feline infectious peritonitis and ringworm in cats consume the physical energy of the cats. Therefore, it is necessary to provide nutritious and easily digestible food to enhance the immunity of the cats.
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Vomiting symptoms appear after a period of peritoneal treatment in cats.
Reason
1.Despite a period of treatment, cat abdominal transmission may not have fully recovered, and the adverse effects of the virus on the digestive system may persist. For example, the virus may continue to damage the liver, pancreas and other digestive organs, affecting the secretion of digestive juice and the normal digestion and absorption of food, resulting in vomiting.
2.Feline infectious peritonitis can trigger an inflammatory response in the body. Even after treatment, the inflammation may not have completely subsided. Inflammatory mediators may stimulate the gastrointestinal tract, causing symptoms such as vomiting.
3.The drugs for treating feline infectious peritonitis may cause some side effects, among which vomiting is a relatively common one.
4.During the treatment process, if the drug dosage is not adjusted properly, it may cause adverse reactions in cats. The most common one is that the drug dosage is not changed in real time according to the weight change of the cat. For example, an excessively high drug dosage may increase the physical burden, cause drug side effects and lead to symptoms such as vomiting; while a too low dosage may fail to effectively control the condition, allowing the disease to continuously affect the body and cause vomiting.
5.During treatment, the cat’s diet may need to be adjusted. If the diet is improper, such as the food is too greasy, irritating, not fresh, etc., it may cause the cat to vomit.
Solution
1.Continue to observe the condition of the cat. If the subsequent symptoms alleviate, there is no need to be nervous.
1.Adjust the dose, type or treatment plan of the drug to reduce side effects and relieve vomiting symptoms.
2.Provide dietary advice suitable for the cat’s condition, such as choosing easily digestible and nutritious foods and avoiding irritating foods
3.Conduct a comprehensive physical examination, including blood tests, stool tests, abdominal ultrasound, etc., to determine the cause of vomiting
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