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Crossed eyes (strabismus) is a common symptom in cats where one or both eyes have abnormal, persistent positioning. Strabismus can be congenital and is most often seen in Siamese, Himalayan, and flame point Persian breeds.
The Vetster Editorial Team
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Blepharospasm is a term that describes repeated, spasmodic movement of the eyelids, commonly referred to as squinting. Blepharospasm is a broad symptom that is seen as a feature of different underlying diseases in cats, including injury, infection, inflammation, and developmental abnormalities.
Regurgitation is the act of involuntarily expelling swallowed food from the esophagus out of the mouth. It can be identified by the tubular shape of the ejected matter as well as the passivity of the process.
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Pica is a behavioral symptom where cats compulsively eat non-food items. It is an uncommon symptom in cats. This abnormal behavior can indicate an underlying medical issue such as infection or nutritional deficiency, or may be due to stress.
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Mucus in the stool of cats is a natural lubricant within or surrounding feces that assists with the passage of waste through the digestive system. A small amount of mucus in stool is common in cats, while large amounts are not.
Panting is not a common symptom in cats. Rapid, open-mouthed breathing, which is normal in dogs, might be a symptom of a severe, potentially fatal, illness in cats. There are many possible causes for panting in cats, some of them more dangerous than others.
Variation in meowing sounds is normal in cats, but when meowing becomes hoarse or crackly it is considered abnormal. This change in the vocal sound can be a symptom of many conditions that range from mild to life-threatening.
Straining to urinate (stranguria) in cats is a serious symptom indicating some degree of disruption of urine flow. Cats may enter the litter box frequently, posturing to urinate, with visible pushing, and may cry out.
Pollakiuria refers to frequent urination of small amounts. It is a common symptom of conditions affecting the lower urinary tract, including urinary stones, bladder inflammation, urinary obstructions, and urinary tract infections (UTIs).
Persistent heat is a rare symptom in cats where the hormonal regulation of the reproductive cycle is disrupted, causing the cat to be in estrus (heat) for an abnormally prolonged period.
Loss of consciousness in cats is when the animal is not aware of its surroundings and is not awake. Unconscious cats are responsive only to strong, unpleasant stimuli such as a toe pinch, but not to sounds or touch.
Ptyalism is excessive drooling. The symptom is associated with a wide variety of conditions, such as oral or esophageal inflammation, tumors in or around the mouth, foreign objects stuck in the mouth, stress, and poisoning.
Cats cough in the same way and for many of the same reasons as humans. Anything causing irritation, inflammation, or obstruction of the respiratory tract can cause coughing.
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Feline nasal discharge is comparable to sneezing and coughing- a common bodily reaction to irritants and pathogens. Discharge can vary in appearance depending on the cause, and warrants veterinary intervention when the cause is unknown or if it has been happening for some time.
The cornea is the transparent cover over the front of the eye. When inflamed, it swells with fluid (edema), and becomes cloudy. Corneal edema may appear as a hazy, blue, or milky opacity covering the surface of the colored part of the eye.
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