Many people may think of ascites after hearing the term ascites. Are ascites only caused by cats?
Ascites are indeed a serious symptom, but there are many possibilities to cause ascites, so it does not mean that the presence of ascites must be a wet type.
Causes
There are four main causes of ascites in cats:
Visceral failure
Wet transmission
Cancer
Parasites
These conditions, to some extent, are Said to be potentially deadly. So be sure to seek the right treatment plan.
Visceral failure
Ascites occur when a cat’s internal organs fail completely or if their work intensity is reduced. The heart, liver, and kidneys are all involved in the circulatory system and the removal of excess fluid and waste.
If one doesn’t function properly, there may be a problem.
Kidney failure can be acute or chronic. Acute renal failure may be caused by obstruction of the urinary tract in male cats. Chronic kidney problems can be caused by hyperthyroidism.
In addition, the composition of the daily diet also plays an important role.
Once a veterinarian finds a problem with an internal organ, a treatment plan can be developed.
Although heart and kidney failure is irreversible, there are treatment options that can prolong a cat’s life.
The best way to relieve a cat with ascites is to aspirate the fluid, but this is a temporary measure because, in most cases, the fluid will return.
If the underlying cause is solved, there will be a complete improvement.
If necessary, ask your doctor to prescribe special pain relievers for cats.
Wet-type peritonitis
Feline infectious peritonitis, also known as FIP, is a viral infection.
FIP can be divided into the wet type and the dry type. In the former, the most obvious symptom is ascites.
FIP is the result of a mutation in the coronavirus that usually affects cats between 6 months and 2 years of age. There is currently no fully reliable treatment option, and the rate of misdiagnosis is high.
I have written a lot of articles about this disease in public accounts at school; you can search the historical records yourself.
Cancer
At worst, ascites can be a sign of cancer.
If you suspect cancer, further tests can be done with abdominal ultrasound and other laboratory tests.
For feline cancer, the prognosis varies. Although there are treatment plans, even chemotherapy, the prognosis is generally poor and expensive.
For cats with cancer, conservative treatment is recommended. If necessary, in order to relieve pain, Anorex can be implemented.
Parasites
This is the most common cause of ascites found in kittens.
Coccidia and tapeworms can cause ascites in kittens.
It is very necessary to deworm in vitro and in vivo on a regular basis, once every three months. In addition, do a physical examination at least once a year.
In short, if the cat has ascites, don’t be afraid; calmly analyze the reasons in order to avoid misdiagnosis and mistreatment.
