Cats are very sensitive to pain, but they know how to hide what they feel, which is a real problem for the most concerned guardian.
Abdominal pain or discomfort in cats is a common symptom in veterinary practice. It can be caused by countless etiologies, some easier to identify and treat than others, and depending on this, the prognosis also varies.
In the following article we explain the reasons why the cat suffers from stomach pain and what the guardian should do in the face of this situation. For more information on this topic, read on.
Although they’re great for hiding pain, you can and should know some symptoms to check for something wrong with your kitten:
In this section I will explain the most common clinical signs of a cat suffering from abdominal pain and the possible causes of each:
Gastroenteritis is an inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract (stomach and intestines) caused by bacterial, viral, parasitic infection, medication or dietary changes. The animal may experience nausea, diarrhea, bile and frothy vomiting, especially after emptying the stomach, or choking after drinking or eating. If these signs persist for more than 24 hours, the animal may become dehydrated, apathetic, and lose an appetite.
Any of these changes can cause abdominal pain in cats, especially in the case of stones and pyometers. In addition, the animal will display other signs such as:
Ascites or abdominal effusion, the accumulation of free abnormal fluid in the abdominal cavity in cats is caused by a variety of diseases or changes. This may be due to:
The cause of pancreatitis in cats is not easy to diagnose. However, some factors can trigger this problem:
Acute abdominal pain in cats can be caused by sudden inflammation of the tissues of the abdominal organs and the membrane lining them (peritoneum). This inflammation is called peritonitis. In peritonitis, there is a migration of fluids into the peritoneal cavity (where the abdominal organs are located), resulting in dehydration and electrolyte imbalance. This may be due to causes:
Poisoning can be caused by
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As we have seen, the list of causes is endless and therefore it is necessary to provide the veterinarian with as much information as possible about the full history of the cat (vaccines, deworming, contact with other animals, ingestion of foreign bodies, type of diet). , change of diet, exposure to drugs, pesticides, cleaning chemicals, new pet in the house, stress).
The veterinarian should then perform a complete physical examination (gives the perception of the source of the pain, as the pain can be orthopedic from the spine and not abdominal).
Additional tests: X-rays, ultrasounds, blood and biochemical tests, abdominal fluid-free swabs, if any, and shipment for laboratory testing, urine testing, coprological examination (in faeces), are tests that will allow the veterinarian to diagnose the cause. of the problem.
Solutions for cats suffering from abdominal pain will depend on the cause of the discomfort.
The veterinarian may prescribe analgesics, laxatives in case of obstruction, antibiotics, anti-inflammatory, therapeutic fluids (if very dehydrated), antiemetics to stop vomiting, vitamins, antiparasitic, dietary changes or indicate surgery or chemotherapy.
Once your kitten has an appointment or is out, you must correctly follow the doctor’s instructions for the specified time. Do not complete treatment in advance simply because the cat appears to have recovered. This is critical to your pet’s recovery.
This article is for informational purposes only, in Animal Expert.com.br we cannot prescribe veterinary treatments or make any kind of diagnosis. We suggest that you take your pet to the veterinarian in case of any type of condition or discomfort.
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