Cat Diseases: Symptoms Table

Name of the disease

Symptoms

Treatment

Dermatitis

• restless behavior;
• scratches and abrasions on the affected areas;
• itching;
• flaking and dry skin;
• hyperemia;
• rashes on the skin

• treatment of the affected skin with antiseptics (iodine, Miramistin);
• anthelmintic and flea medications (depending on the cause of dermatitis);
• antihistamines (Suprasin, Tavegil, Zodak)

Ringworm

• bald spots on the paws, ears, head;
• gray coating on bald spots;
• claw deformation;
• itchy skin

antifungal agents:

• Itraconazole (tablets);
• Terbinafine (ointment);
• Sanoderm (cream);
• Yam (ointment).

Rabies

• the appearance of aggression (increased by loud sounds and light);
• convulsions;
• profuse foaming from the mouth;
• paralysis of the throat muscles

does not exist

Ear abscess

• swelling and hyperemia in the affected area;
• yellow-green plaque on the affected area;
• pain when pressing;
• elevated temperature

antimicrobial agents (sulfonamides)

Otitis

• mucous or purulent discharge from the ear;
• the cat tilts its head towards the affected ear;
• poor appetite;
• decreased physical activity;
• increase in temperature

• cleaning the ear canal and removing impurities using antiseptics (Miramistin, Chlorhexidine and others);
• ear drops (Dexamethasone, Sofradex);
• drugs (Anandin, Aurikan)

Prolapse of the third eyelid

• hyperemia of the eyelids and mucous membrane of the eyes;
• frequent blinking;
• lacrimation;
• purulent discharge from the eyes;
• intolerance to bright light

• antifungal, antiviral or antibacterial agents (depending on the cause of the pathology);
• antihistamines (if there is an allergic reaction)

Blepharitis

• purulent crusts on the eyelids;
• itching of the eyelids;
• eversion of the eyelids

• Syntomycin emulsion;
• Tetracycline ointment;
• Iris (eye drops)

Conjunctivitis

• increased lacrimation;
• conjunctival hyperemia;
• itching of the eyelids;
• purulent discharge from the eyes

antimicrobial eye ointments and drops:

• Lacrican;
• Decta-2;
• Ciprovet;
• Optimum;
• Iris

Gastritis

• the appearance of a white coating on the tongue;
• problems with stool;
• poor appetite;
• pieces of undigested food in the stool;
• dull coat

• antacid and enveloping drugs (Phosphalugel, Almagel);
• antispasmodics (Noshpa);
• diet

Colitis

• vomit;
• diarrhea;
• admixtures of blood and mucus in feces

• probiotics (Linex);
• enveloping drugs (Smecta);
• diet

Cardiac pathologies

• blanching of the mucous membranes;
• heart rhythm disturbance;
• cold paws and ears;
• wheezing in the chest;
• heavy, wheezing breathing;
• fainting;
• poor appetite;
• lethargy

• cardiac glycosides;
• diuretics;
• anticoagulants

Type 1 diabetes

• weight loss;
• frequent urination;
• feeling of thirst;
• unsteady gait;
• acetone smell from the mouth;
• convulsions;
• dry skin

• insulin;
• drugs that lower blood sugar levels (Miglitol, Glipizide, Metformin);
• dietary nutrition

Type 2 diabetes

• thirst;
• low mobility;
• overweight;
• acetone smell from the mouth;
• increase in daily diuresis

• drugs that lower blood sugar levels;
• diet

Kidney disease

• nausea;
• vomit;
• diarrhea;
• infrequent or frequent urination;
• poor appetite;
• hemorrhages in the eyes;
• dry skin;
• weight loss

• antibiotics;
• diuretics;
• antispasmodics;
• cytostatics (for glomerulonephritis);
• low-protein diet

Nematodes

• lethargy;
• bloating;
• weight loss or gain;
• increased appetite or lack of it;
• problems with stool;
• cough;
• difficulty breathing;
• anemia;
• worms in feces;
• itching in the anal area (the cat rubs its butt on the floor)

medicinal preparations:

• Pyrantel;
• Fenbendazole;
• Mebenvent

Fleas

• red crusts on the skin, wounds;
• itching;
• bald patches;
• white specks on the animal's fur

• flea collars (Hartz, Multix, Bars and others);
• tablets (Capstar, Bravekta, Comfortis);
• drops (Inspector, Celandine);
• injections (Eprimec, Ivermectin)

Ear mites

• abscesses behind the ears;
• dark coating in the ears;
• restless behavior;
• shaking the head

• ear drops (Oricin);
• immunostimulating drugs (Gamavit, Tetravit);
• antifungal ointment (Oridermil)

Panleukopenia (feline distemper)

• thirst;
• vomit;
• increase in body temperature;
• refusal to eat and drink;
• nasal discharge;
• dry skin and mucous membranes;
• urine is cloudy and dark;
• gas formation in the intestines;
• The cat curls up into a ball due to stomach pain

• antiemetic drugs;
• hemostatic agents;
• sorbents;
• infusion therapy (droppers with glucose solution);
• immunized serum

Calicivirus

• salivation;
• lameness;
• cough;
• heavy breathing;
• ulcers on the nose and tongue;
• vomit;
• discharge of mucus from the eyes and nose

• antibiotics (Ceftriaxone, Amoxiclav);
• infusions of Ringer's solution or glucose;
• immunomodulators (Cycloferon, Roncoleukin)

Uterine torsion

• thirst;
• refusal to eat;
• false contractions;
• the cat hunches over when moving;
• intoxication

• visceral, epipleural or paranephric novocaine blocks;
• surgical intervention

Vaginitis

• frequent urination;
• constant licking of the genitals;
• vaginal discharge (white, yellow, or green)

• rinsing the vagina with a solution of Chlorhexidine or chamomile;
• Vishnevsky liniment;
• medications (Amoxicillin, Metronidazole)

Diseases of the musculoskeletal system

• unsteadiness of gait;
• lameness;
• aggressive behavior;
• stiffness, limitation of movement;
• urinary leakage or incontinence

• chondroprotectors (Glucosamine, Chondroitin);
• balanced diet (including foods rich in calcium and phosphorus in the diet)