Cat health conditions

Inflammation of the gallbladder (cholecystitis) and inflammation of the bile ducts (cholangitis) are inflammatory conditions of their respective organs.

Gastric dilatation and volvulus (GDV) is a syndrome where the stomach stretches (dilatation) and twists (volvulus), cutting off the blood supply to the stomach and other vital organs. GDV is a very dangerous situation leading to tissue death and circulatory shock, and without intervention is rapidly fatal.

Gastritis is the inflammation of the lining of the stomach. It can be either acute or chronic.

Gastroenteritis is a general term referring to inflammation of the stomach and intestines that presents as an “upset stomach” characterized by vomiting, appetite loss, and diarrhea.

A gastrointestinal (GI) foreign body obstruction is the result of ingesting a foreign object that is not able to pass through the body naturally.

Glaucoma is a collection of disorders that damage the retina and optic nerve, leading to vision loss.

Glow stick toxicity is caused when cats ingest the glowing liquid inside of glow sticks or jewelry.

Foxtails and other grasses produce seeds that have evolved to stick to hair and penetrate skin as a dispersal mechanism. Grass awns penetrate the body through the skin or tissue around the eyes, but are also often found in the mouth, nose, or ears.