If the cat is lame, it should be checked in time
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Some common leg diseases of cats, do you all know? Cats often jump up and down and are very active. For example, when you enter the door, they will be like a gust of wind. Passing by you as a greeting, but also showing that they are different from other animals. The cats in our impression are all skilled masters, but there may be exceptions in reality. If cats are no longer so flexible, limping toward us, that might be a leg problem.
I. What should I do if my leg is lame?
If suddenly A lame leg, especially after strenuous exercise, is more likely to be injured. Injuries can range from light to severe, ranging from soft tissue injuries, including muscles, tendons, and ligaments, to severe fractures, joint dislocations, and ligament ruptures. Rupture of the anterior cruciate ligament in the knee joint is a relatively common example of euphoria. Of course, if the claws are cut by the stone, it is possible to be lame.
While checking the cat’s injury, it is best to touch it gently Check the cat’s body to see if there are any broken bones. If the cat’s leg is injured and cannot move, it is very likely that the bone has been injured. If there is a bone problem, please don’t move the cat casually. You should quickly find a large wooden board, and then smoothly transfer the cat to the wooden board. Use a wide cloth to stabilize , and then take it to the hospital immediately.
If it is only a minor trauma, then debridement, disinfection and hemostasis should be done. Can. For cat trauma debridement, 3% hydrogen peroxide can be used, and the tourniquet is wrapped twice around the heart 3-4 cm away from the wound and tied. Then apply some trauma ointment to the cat.
Notes:
??Do not move the injured leg casually, because it may make the injury worse, and it may hurt the pet bitten.
??If the leg is swollen or cannot touch the ground at all, seek medical attention immediately .
??If you are only slightly lame, try to limit your pet’s Take action, let him rest and see if he gets better. If the pain persists for more than 24 hours, you need to go to the hospital.
??The doctor will usually perform palpation, and X-rays may be required , to determine whether there are fractures, joint dislocation and other problems. Depending on the severity of the fracture, a referral to an orthopaedic specialist for surgery may be required. Soft tissue injuries may require the use of anti-inflammatory pain relievers and strict “bed rest.”
II. Infection or other inflammation
If lameness does not occur during vigorous exercise After that, be careful of other possibilities.
1. Infection caused by injury
For example, when the skin is damaged, bacteria invade, and then cause pustules, or joint infection, etc. It is common for cats who go out to be bitten by other stray cats or wild animals to form pustules.
Solution: Seek immediate medical attention. The doctor will check the temperature to see if there are any wounds left on the skin, and may need x-rays and blood tests. For suspected pustules, a needle sample may be needed to check for infection.
2. Systemic infection
such as certain diseases caused by ticks. Lyme disease is a typical one. Different joints may alternate with pain, accompanied by decreased appetite and spirit, fever, difficulty breathing, and so on.
Solution: Do the 4Dx SNAP Test, which includes Checks for heartworm and 3 other tick diseases. X-rays and blood tests are also required to rule out other possibilities.
3. Chronic arthritis
common, especially in older or obese dogs. The lame leg of chronic arthritis gets worse slowly, but injuries can also cause arthritis to worsen suddenly.
Solution: After ruling out other possibilities, use joint supplements , If the pain is really painful, you may need to take painkillers. For details, see Pet Arthritis
4. Immune Arthritis
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is relatively rare, but cannot be ruled out.
Three, spine problems
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Pets can also have intervertebral disc problems, especially It is a dachshund with a particularly long back. A herniated disc or a spinal injury causes damage to the spinal nerves, which can cause the hind legs to lose their ability to move, lose pain, and even be unable to urinate normally. Nervous system problems and musculoskeletal problems are more difficult to distinguish from the owner.
Solution:
??Be sure to seek medical attention in time.
??The doctor will do a neurological examination and X-rays to identify the affected Spine position.
??If possible, myelography, CT or MRI will have more accurate results.
??According to the severity of the condition, the doctor will choose drug treatment or surgery treat.
Fourth, some common diseases of fractures
1. Paper bone disease
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Hyperparathyroidism secondary to muscle disease nutrition is more common in It is found in kittens of 6-8 months that the bones are easily deformed and broken due to the imbalance of calcium and phosphorus ratio in the diet, which leads to the imbalance of parathyroid hormone secretion, also known as “paper bone disease”.
2. Dislocation
The abnormal displacement of the relative position of the two bones in the joint is called dislocation, and its symptoms are sudden pain and the limb cannot bear the weight . If a dislocation occurs, seek medical attention as soon as possible, and the veterinarian will correct the bone back to its original position after administering the proper anesthesia.
3. Osteoarthritis
Injury leading to bacterial invasion of the joint, joint dislocation, joint infection, rheumatism, or articular cartilage degeneration due to old age, All are possible causes of arthritis. Joints can be swollen, red in appearance, stiff, limp, or even have a fever. The veterinarian will treat them with anti-inflammatory drugs.
4. Skeletal abnormalities
Congenital skeletal deformities are uncommon in cats except for polydactyly; femoral joint atrophy and patellar dislocation The problem is only occasionally seen in purebred cats. Most cats with skeletal abnormalities are likely to develop osteoarthritis and have symptoms of lameness.
