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5 Most Common Cat Diseases

11/23/2016

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5 Common Cat Diseases
Most Common Cat Diseases
Despite their cool nature, cats are mammals made out of fur, flesh and bones and therefore are prone to illnesses as with all mammals. But there are a couple of common cat diseases that you should be aware of so you can identify them quickly and act accordingly.

1. Upper Respiratory Infections

Think about this cat illness like a human having a cold virus. You can recognize Upper Respiratory Infections in you cat by looking out for some of the most common signs;
  • fever
  • red eyes
  • sneezing
  • appetite loss
  • runny nose
  • watery eyes
  • decrease in activity. 
Once you notice these symptoms in your cat, my advice to you is to take your pet to the vet as soon as possible because unlike the human who can simply let the cold virus runs its course or take a couple of pills, Upper respiratory illness in your cat can become fatal to it. When a cat becomes infected with this disease, one thing you should also do if you have more than one cat is to isolate the cat which exhibits the common symptoms mention. The reason for isolation is that Upper Respiratory Disease in cats is also contagious and can spread easily from cat to cat.

2. Feline Leukemia Virus

The Feline Leukemia Virus is another dangerous common cat disease. This one is really like a human being infected with HIV. The Leukemia Virus acts against the cats immune system and breaks down most of its natural bacterial fighting properties making the cat very susceptible to the build up of cancerous cells and other diseases.  This disease is dangerous and it is not quite easily diagnosed by the cat owner. But you can look out for the following Symptoms of Feline Leukemia Virus:
  • Pale gums.
  • Yellow color in the mouth and whites of eyes.
  • Enlarged lymph nodes.
  • Bladder, skin, or upper respiratory infections.
  • Weight loss and/or loss of appetite.
  • Poor coat condition.
  • Progressive weakness and lethargy.
  • Fever.
It is very important to keep your cat's vaccination update. As once a cat is infected with the disease, there is no certified medical cure. Though the  vaccine is not a core vaccine, it is still recommended for cats at risk for exposure to this dangerous disease

3. Urinary Tract Infections

Don't take this infection for granted.  If your cat urinary tract becomes infected and without proper vet treatment, your feline could die. Some of the symptoms of cat urinary tract infection includes:
  • Straining to Urinate. Feline idiopathic cystitis, also known as bladder inflammation, is the most common cause of lower urinary tract disease in cats.
  • Frequent Attempts to Urinate.
  • Painful Urination.
  • Bloody Urine.
  • Urinating Outside the Litter Box.
  • Discolored Urine
Urinary tract infection in your cat could develop because of the following:
  • crystals or stones in the bladder,
  • bladder infections,
  • urethral obstruction,
  • inflammation in the urinary bladder (sometimes referred to as interstitial or idiopathic cystitis), 

Treatment

Cats diagnosed with this disease early are given antibiotics to fight the infection.  Owners should also ensure that the cat is properly hydrated.


4. Hyperthyroidism

This is not really considered an illness, but it can have negative effects on your cat.
Cats who are over the age of 8 often succumb to hyperthyroidism. Hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) is a condition in which your thyroid gland produces too much of the hormone thyroxine. It may accelerate the felines body's metabolism significantly, causing sudden weight loss, a rapid or irregular heartbeat, and nervousness or irritability.

Signs of hyperthyroidism can include:
  • weight loss.
  • increased appetite.
  • increased activity and restlessness.
  • aggressive or cranky behavior.
  • a poor hair coat.
  • a fast heart rate.
  • increased water drinking.
  • increased urination.
 
Treatment
  1. Vets can uses use anti-thyroid medications and radioactive iodine to slow the production of thyroid hormones.
  2. Surgical removal of the thyroid.

5. Tapeworms
Your cat maybe host to a foreign entity that i actually sucking the life force from your cat. The tapeworm reside in the small intestine and feeds and grows as long as 2 feet.
Symptoms of Tapeworms In Cats
  • Weight Loss
  • Vomiting
  • Seeing small white worms in your cats feces.
Treatment
Treatment options include injection, oral, or topical medication. But because cats almost always get tapeworms as a result of swallowing a flea, be sure to handle any flea problems your cat has before tackling tapeworms.


These are just a few of the common diseases that can affect cats. If you notice your cat isn't acting like her normal self, talk to your veterinarian. Often doing a little bit now can keep a simple illness from becoming something dangerous or deadly.



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