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Constipation is straining to defecate when the colon is full. Constipation is not to be confused with diarrhea which may cause straining to defecate when the colon is empty and irritated.

Feline Panleukopenia (FPV), also known as distemper, is a highly contagious viral infection in cats.

Thiamine (vitamin B1) deficiency is a rare, life-threatening condition where inadequate levels of vitamin B1 are available to the cat’s body systems.

Congenital kidney disorders are present at birth, and include conditions such as kidney hypoplasia, undeveloped kidneys, polycystic kidneys, and kidney cysts.

Blue gums are the most noticeable symptom of cyanosis. Cyanosis is the blue or purple discoloration of mucous membranes or skin caused by poor oxygenation.

Hyperadrenocorticism or Cushing’s disease occurs as a result of excessive cortisol levels. It is a rare condition in cats.

Nystagmus is the involuntary, erratic movement of the eyes, generally caused by conditions affecting the cat’s nervous or vestibular (balance) system

Anxiety disorders in cats describe symptoms where cats experience a negative behavioral response to environmental stress which is disproportionate to the risk.

Urinary tract stones (uroliths) are clusters of minerals excreted in urine. They may be localized to any region of the tract, including the bladder and kidneys.

Upper respiratory tract infections (URTIs) are a group of bacterial and viral infections that affect the mouth, nose, eyes, and sinuses of cats.

Weight loss is a common symptom of a variety of conditions in cats.

Lymphoma (lymphosarcoma) is a common form of cancer that causes an uncontrolled growth in the number of lymphocytes (white blood cells).

Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease where the joint cartilage is destroyed over time.

Rodent baits are commonly used for pest control and are similarly lethal to cats.

Diabetes insipidus (DI) is a rare disease in cats that should not be confused with diabetes mellitus, or sugar diabetes. DI results from a failure of normal antidiuretic hormone (ADH) signaling

Joint swelling in cats is the enlargement of one or more joints.

Bad breath (also known as halitosis) in cats is an unpleasant odor emanating from the oral cavity.

Joint pain in cats is soreness localized to the articulated parts of the limbs.

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

Head pressing in cats is a behavior where the cat presses its head against a wall or other inanimate object for a prolonged period without obvious awareness of its surroundings.

Separation anxiety is a complex and rare behavioral condition that affects cats when they are separated from their owners.

Ataxia means “difficulty walking”. An ataxic cat has difficulty controlling the movements of the head, legs, or torso.

Dyspnea is when a cat has difficulty inhaling or exhaling and isn't getting enough oxygen.

Megacolon is the dilation and dysfunction of the colon resulting in difficulty evacuating stool.

Lymphadenopathy, or enlarged lymph nodes, is swelling of the lymph nodes due to infection, inflammation, or the presence of tumor cells in the nodes.

Limping, or lameness, is any disruption of bodily function that affects a cat’s ability to walk, run or jump normally.

Yellow eyes, ears, or skin on a cat is called jaundice, or icterus. It is associated with liver damage and damage to red blood cells.

Muscle tremors are involuntary movement of the muscular tissue, often appearing similar to shivering or trembling. This symptom is not common in cats.

Xylitol toxicosis occurs in cats following ingestion of a toxic dose of this common artificial sweetener.

Mothballs in any form (cubes, balls, flakes, cakes, scales, powder) contain pesticides, such as camphor, naphthalene or paradichlorobenzene, which are toxic to cats.