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Polydipsia in cats is a noticeable increase in thirst. Cats who drink in excess of 100 milliliters of water for every kilogram of body weight (approx 1.5oz per lb) are considered polydipsic.
The Vetster Editorial Team
5 min read
Unexplained weight gain is an accumulation of excess body fat with a normal or decreased food intake. This is uncommon in cats.
3 min read
Feline alopecia or hair loss is the partial or complete absence of hair in areas of the body where hair is expected to be.
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.
4 min read
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.
Nystagmus is the involuntary, erratic movement of the eyes, generally caused by conditions affecting the cat’s nervous or vestibular (balance) system
Weight loss is a common symptom of a variety of conditions in cats.
Head tilt refers to an abnormal posture of the head, where the head is tilted to one side with one ear lower than the other.
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.
Limited mobility (LM) in cats presents as a reduction in movement or agility. Cats with LM struggle with actions or behavior that were previously considered normal.
Joint pain in cats is soreness localized to the articulated parts of the limbs.
Skin lumps occurring within or near the surface of the skin are called cutaneous masses.
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.
Vomiting is the act of forceful contraction of the abdominal muscles leading to the ejection of ingested material through the mouth.
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