I. The etiology of the nasal branch of cats
The pathogen causing feline nasal branch is feline rhinotracheitis herpes virus. After cats are infected with this virus, the herpes virus can multiply in the epithelial tissue of the cat’s nasal cavity, throat, conjunctiva, organs and tongue, and it will follow the cat’s infection. Eye and nose secretions and excretions are excreted. Some cats may not have corresponding symptoms after being infected with the herpes virus, but they will still excrete the virus. When healthy cats come into contact with virus-contaminated water, utensils and environments, or directly contact the feces of cats that carry the virus and secretions, can cause herpes virus infection. Under natural conditions, the virus can even be spread through droplets.
Second, the symptoms of cat nasal branch
The incubation period of cat nasal branch is about 2-6 days , and the onset is sudden, the spread is rapid, and the symptoms are varied. After a healthy cat is infected with the disease, the first symptoms of upper respiratory tract infection such as fever, paroxysmal cough, sneezing, and watery eyes appear. Increased eye secretions may also cause conjunctivitis.
With the rapid development of the disease, the sick cat will also experience loss of appetite, weight loss, lack of energy, etc., and the secretions in the nasal cavity will also increase, which will change from the initial serous to purulent. Adult cats infected with this disease are mainly manifested as conjunctivitis symptoms. The sick cat may have white spots on the eyes, corneal congestion, erosion ulcers in the mouth, and even continuous flow of foul-smelling viscous secretions, making it difficult to eat.
Kittens may die within half a month of onset, and if they are accompanied by secondary infection, the mortality rate will be higher. Mortality rates in adult cats are relatively low, and they generally recover gradually after a seven-day treatment period. Due to the sudden onset of the disease, the pet owner must send the sick cat to the hospital for treatment in time, so as to keep the cat out of danger as soon as possible.
Third, the treatment of cat nasal branch
The nasal branch of cats is mainly treated symptomatically. If the situation is critical, intravenous injection and infusion therapy may also be required. Common drugs for the treatment of nasal branch of cats are as follows:
1. Lysine tablets, this is a special medicine for cats to treat cat nasal branch and prevent cat colds. The main ingredients are L-lysine and taurine. Lysine can relieve and protect the symptoms of watery eyes, mucus, red and swollen eyes, sneezing, runny nose, cough and other symptoms caused by the herpes virus. It also has the effect of preventing colds and promoting the recovery of colds. Generally speaking, cats are more likely to be infected with the cat’s nasal branch when they are weak, and 80% of cats will still be poisoned for life after the disease recovers. Lysine can improve the immunity of cats, enhance physical fitness, and reduce the possibility of recurrence of cat nasal branches. Taurine mainly acts on the eyes of cats, which can relieve the symptoms of tearing, red and swollen eyes, increased eye mucus, and conjunctivitis caused by the nasal branch of cats, and help the eyes of cats recover as soon as possible. This medicine also contains vitamins B, C, and E, which can improve the cat’s appetite and restore the cat’s spirit.
Usage and dosage: juvenile cats take 1-2 tablets each time, adult cats take 2-4 tablets each time, and convalescent cats take 4-6 tablets each time. For daily maintenance, cats can eat 2-4 tablets each time, either directly or mixed with food.
2, cat support, mainly for Nasal bronchus symptoms in cats are recovered, and various symptoms caused by viral infection can be effectively relieved. The mechanism of action of this drug is to prevent the combination of arginine and herpes virus, inhibit the replication and spread of herpes virus, and establish a protective barrier; engulf the virus, inhibit the growth and movement of the virus, prevent the invasion of pathogens and inflammatory diseases; improve the resistance against viruses , to promote rapid recovery of symptoms. This medicine is also rich in high-purity lysine and taurine, with a scientific ratio and balanced nutrition. The sick cat takes one tablet at a time, twice a day, and it takes six days to see results.
3, Vipoda, also called compound amoxicillin powder, which is A new generation of broad-spectrum antibacterial and anti-inflammatory drugs can treat the secondary infection and inflammation caused by the nasal branch of cats.
The specific dosage should be determined according to the weight of the cat. The cat of 2.5-5kg eats one bag at a time, and the cat of 5-10kg eats two packets at a time, mixed with 5mlde warm water to brew and feed, usually after three to five days of medication will get better.
4. Anti-Teli IGY, this drug is mainly aimed at cat virus infection Symptoms, by adhering to the virus fimbriae, neutralizing the virus, and gluing the virus to block, phagocytose and destroy the virus. Anti-Territos can not only help restore appetite, but also supplement nutrition, enhance the resistance of cats, and stay away from cat nasal branches.
Usage and dosage: Pour pure water or warm water into the bottle until it is 90% full, shake it evenly and feed it directly, once a day, one bottle at a time, for five consecutive days.
5. Rondoqing eye drops, cat nasal branch may cause Conjunctivitis, tearing, increased eye mucus, etc., this eye drop can effectively relieve the cat’s eye symptoms and help the eyes recover. Sick cats should drop 3-5 drops each time, twice a day, for three to five consecutive days, directly drop the eye drops into the cat’s eyes, but after instilling the eye drops, pay attention to keeping the cat’s head up as much as possible. Avoid spillage of eye fluids. Healthy cats can also use this eye drop once a day for eye disease prevention and for daily eye cleaning and care.
All of the above medicines can be used to treat feline nasal branch, but before administration , the pet owner is best to take the sick cat to the hospital for treatment, and then follow the doctor’s advice after understanding the specific symptoms, which will be safer. Moreover, most of the kittens will be dehydrated due to severe vomiting and diarrhea after being infected with the cat nasal branch, and need to go to the hospital for infusion. Many pet owners will give their pets antibiotics when they are infected with diseases, but in fact, improper use of antibiotics can easily damage the pet’s immune system and pose a greater threat to health, so antibiotics must be used under the doctor’s advice.
Fourth, preventive measures for cat nasal branch
The most important thing in the prevention of cat nasal branch is immune prevention. The pet owner can take the cat to receive the first shot of the cat triple vaccine when it is 8-12 weeks old. Booster immunizations are then given every three years. The cat triple combination is mainly used to prevent the three infectious diseases of feline distemper, feline calicivirus and feline nasal branch. The cat should have an antibody level test within two to three weeks after receiving the vaccine to ensure that the antibody level in the body is qualified. . In daily life, we should also pay attention to the ventilation and disinfection of the environment to ensure the hygiene of the cat’s living environment and reduce the breeding density.
Secondly, if a cat is infected with feline nasal branch, isolation measures must be taken, especially in multi-cat house
holds, sick cats and healthy cats must be kept in isolation. Usually, the sick cat needs to be kept in a room alone, and the room of the sick cat should be kept ventilated, clean and comfortable, otherwise the poor environmental conditions are likely to exacerbate the disease. After isolating the sick cat, its original living environment should also be disinfected, because the herpes virus is likely to be left in the environment.
Also, you should also pay attention to the cat’s healthy diet and ensure that it can take in sufficient nutrients every day to improve the body’s immunity, which can not only reduce the risk of herpes virus infection, Even cats with poison in the body are less likely to have a recurrence of the cat’s nasal branch.
Treatment and prevention of feline nasal branch are interrelated, because even cats who have recovered may be permanently carrying the herpes virus in their bodies. Therefore, it is not only necessary to prevent the recurrence of the disease, but also to prevent other cats from coming into contact with their secretions and excrement, so as to inhibit the spread of the disease. Although the cat nose is very deadly, the pet owner cannot ignore it. Life is equal, and it is not an incurable terminal disease. It is worth noting that the initial symptoms of feline nasal branch are very similar to those of a cold, and pets should pay attention to identification and timely symptomatic treatment of the symptoms that appear. If you have any other questions about the cat nasal branch, you can also consult your veterinarian.
