A. Symptoms of colitis in cats

The main symptoms of colitis in cats are that the spirit and appetite are initially normal, the body temperature is normal or may be elevated, and the number of bowel movements is significantly increased, with cats excreting soft or dilute stools frequently, and the feces may be bloody with an unpleasant fishy odor. In severe cases, the cat's feces will become watery, and in the case of diarrhea, the diarrhea is discharged in jets. Usually, feline colitis can be caused by parasites, bacterial infections, and viral infections, so it is recommended to check the specific cause before treatment.

Two, cat colitis prevention and treatment and medication

1): home control: antibacterial and anti-inflammatory, fermentation, antidiarrheal, replenishment of body fluids. You can use Vipda amoxicillin powder and Velic alkaline bismuth carbonate tablets for anti-inflammatory and anti-diarrhea, Vipda amoxicillin is a pet-specific broad-spectrum anti-inflammatory drugs, can be symptomatic of inflammation of the cat's colds and fevers, intestinal infections inflammation, and inflammatory infections such as pneumonia; Velic alkaline bismuth carbonate tablets are designed to protect the mucosa of the intestine, to promote intestinal repair, and mildly and effectively stop diarrhea,

Periodically, we need to strengthen the care, feed with High-protein, high-nutrition, low-fiber food, and be careful not to feed irritating food. Make sure your cat drinks clean water and maintain a comfortable and quiet environment. Regular deworming, the use of Pranadu Albendazole tablets can effectively kill roundworms, tapeworms, nematodes and other internal parasites, it is recommended to deworm cats 2-3 months.

2): Prescription medication and treatment measures

1. Atropine, 0.015mg/kg body weight; medicinal charcoal, 10mg/kg body weight (ellagic acid protein, 100mg/kg body weight). Usage: Oral administration in 3 times. Indication: In cats with severe diarrhea, it induces relaxation of intestinal smooth muscle, prolongs the passage of contents through the intestinal tract, and increases water absorption.

2, Qingda - minomycin, 1 ~ 2mg per kg body weight / times. Usage: Intramuscular injection, 1～2 times a day. Description: antibacterial and anti-inflammatory.

3, Anluo blood injection, 2 ~ 4ml / times. Usage: Intramuscular injection, 1～2 times a day. Indication: stop bleeding in the stool if it is serious.

4, 5% dextrose solution 250～500ml; dexamethasone, 10～20mg per kg of body weight. usage: mixed with a single intravenous injection. Description: Replenish fluids and prevent desiccation.

The above is about the symptoms of colitis in cats as well as treatment and so on, if you still have other things you want to know, you can consult with an online vet. Prescription medications need to be used strictly according to your cat's signs, and it is not recommended that you treat your cat at home on your own!