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My cat suddenly becomes lethargic and staggering. What are the possible health problems?

Fans recently asked us for help. The one-year-old and one-month-old cat at home developed symptoms of loss of appetite, gradual swelling of the abdomen, laziness, and vomiting of white foam shortly after giving birth. Obvious diarrhea is seen. Although the cat eats regularly and only eats cat food, cat bars and canned food, it has recently become unsteady in walking.

In view of this series of symptoms, we have conducted an in-depth discussion on the problems that cats may encounter from multiple angles.

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Abnormalities in the digestive system of cats: gastroenteritis

The cat suddenly and frequently vomited and was accompanied by an enlarged abdomen. It was initially speculated that it might be gastroenteritis caused by indigestion.

It is necessary to further understand the changes in the cat’s eating habits, especially whether it has accidentally eaten indigestible food or foreign objects.

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The influence of dietary and environmental factors

Inspect the cat’s daily diet structure, drinking water, and excretion conditions, and investigate whether changes in food have caused digestive discomfort.

At the same time, pay attention to the temperature changes of the living environment and whether the resting place is comfortable, which may affect the cat's physiological state.

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Possibility of disease infection

Observe the cat for respiratory symptoms (such as coughing, sneezing, runny nose), and confirm that the cat is vaccinated and Deworming status.

Failure to vaccinate and deworm in time may make cats susceptible to infectious or parasitic infections and show similar symptoms.

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Pregnancy and ascites issues

In view of the cat’s recent birth, the abdomen has become enlarged and feels soft when pressed, it is necessary to consider the possibility of false pregnancy, ascites or feline infectious peritonitis (FIP).

Especially for cases of suspected ascites, you should seek medical advice as soon as possible to rule out the risk of abdominal transmission from cats.

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Recommendations for gastrointestinal drug treatment

For vomiting initially judged to be caused by indigestion, it is recommended to first fast and water for a meal and then give it to pets exclusively Anti-inflammatory and probiotic conditioning.

Probiotics help restore the balance of intestinal flora, enhance digestive function, and astringent and antiemetic.