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COLITIS TREATMENT IN CATS

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Did you know that cats have colon problems like humans? In this article, we will provide you with a comprehensive explanation of the methods of treating colitis in cats

Colitis in general is inflammation or ulcers affecting the colon or large intestine, and because of this inflammation, some symptoms may appear, such as diarrhea in cats.


Colon problems are usually closely related to malnutrition, of course malnutrition does not mean depriving cats of food, but it means feeding cats some unsuitable foods

There are many symptoms that accompany colon problems in cats, so in this article we will explain to you all the symptoms and how to deal with them

Colon symptoms in cats

There are many symptoms that accompany colitis in cats, and the symptoms vary according to the severity of the disease.


Some symptoms of colon in cats appear suddenly and rapidly without warning, and some appear chronically, cats may continue to suffer slowly for several days or weeks.


Therefore, constantly observing your cat and monitoring its daily habits will always help you to detect any problem quickly.


As for the symptoms of colon in cats, they are as follows:

  • Frequent diarrhea for no apparent reason (you will notice that your cat's stool looks normal, but at the end of the stool it will look soft)

  • Difficulty defecation sometimes

  • Constipation in some cases

  • The appearance of some points of blood in the stool

  • The appearance of mucus particles in the stool

  • Slight loss of appetite

  • Significant weight loss

  • Sleeping excessively (more than 15 hours)

Causes of colitis in cats



Your cat will gradually or suddenly show signs of fatigue when suffering from colon problems


Colon problems in cats in general have many causes, and they have many causes that cannot be counted.


But in general, the reasons are as follows:


  • Household foods that contain spices.

  • Parasites like worms.

  • fungi in cats.

  • Increased activity of the thyroid gland.

  • Stress and intense fear.

  • Side effects of some medications.

  • poor nutrition.

  • Bacterial infection such as salmonella.

  • Viral infection Read: cat vaccinations.


How can you detect colon problems when your cat?



Sleeping more than usual is a sign of colitis in cats


In principle, the persistence of persistent diarrhea in your cat for several days, or the recurrence of diarrhea at intermittent intervals without a clear pathological cause, this calls for attention.


Take your cat to the veterinary clinic for examination, as colitis needs an accurate diagnosis to determine the appropriate treatment for it. Also, some other health problems have the same symptom as diarrhea.


The vet will:


Examine the cat and ask about any other symptoms


Has your cat socialized with other cats recently?


The doctor will need to know your cat's diet and the food it eats


If the vet is not sure that your cat has colitis, he will do some tests as follows:


  • Comprehensive blood analysis

  • Stool examination for any bacterial infections

  • A urine test to assess the condition of the kidneys

  • Your doctor may need an ultrasound or CT scan

How can colitis in cats be treated?

The treatment of colitis in cats lies in alleviating the symptoms that the cat suffers from, especially pain during defecation, and trying to restore the normal colon movement.


If there is any cause of the problem, it must be removed, such as treating any health problem that causes colitis, so the colon will begin to recover.


Therefore, determining the treatment of colitis in cats needs to know its cause. We do not recommend giving medicines at all in this case without consulting a doctor because the medicines may cause your cat's condition to worsen.


The doctor will prescribe such drugs to treat the disease:


  • Anti-inflammatory to relieve ulcers in the colon wall.

  • Treatment for diarrhea by injection or drink to help relieve pain for your cat during bowel movements.

  • Drontal tablets or other medicines to treat intestinal worms and parasites.

  • Effective antibiotic.

  • An immune booster to help the cat resist disease.

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