【英文類】Seven signs that get your cat to Veterinarian immediately

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Although some emergencies can be managed at home, others require immediate veterinary attention.  The signs below, if present, usually indicate an emergency that requires immediate veterinary assessment.

Non-responsiveness 
A non-responsive kitten is usually in serious trouble. If you get no response or reaction when you call, stroke, or touch your kitten, immediately check its breathing. Airway obstruction, cardiac arrest, and poisonings are a few things that can cause non-responsiveness.

Labored breathing
Respiratory problems require immediate attention.  Fluid in the lungs or the chest cavity can obstruct breathing, and kittens can go into respiratory arrest, followed by cardiac arrest, if untreated.

Drooling profusely 
Electric cord burns to the mouth and tongue, contact with household poisons or plants, and nausea from other systemic illnesses can cause profuse drooling.

Incessant vomiting
Serious electrolyte abnormalities and dehydration may occur as a result of continuous vomiting.  Intestinal obstruction from a ribbon, rubber band, or string is a common cause of chronic vomiting in kittens and requires immediate attention.

Profuse diarrhea 
Severe dehydration and electrolyte imbalances can lead to rapid deterioration in kittens if not addressed promptly.

Abnormal coloration of the gums

Pale gums implies anemia; bluish gums suggest a cardiac or respiratory problem, and yellow gums denote red blood cell destruction or severe liver disease.  All of these conditions require immediate assessment by a veterinarian.

Fever
Fevers in kittens are often due to infectious conditions.  Fever increases a kitten’s fluid requirements, and often depresses their appetite.  Malnutrition and dehydration is a dangerous combination.  Kittens with fevers (temp greater than 103 F) should be examined promptly.


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