Inflammation of the gallbladder (cholecystitis) and inflammation of the bile ducts (cholangitis) are inflammatory conditions of their respective organs.
· 3 min readGastric 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.
· 5 min readGastritis is the inflammation of the lining of the stomach. It can be either acute or chronic.
· 3 min readGastroenteritis 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.
· 4 min readGiardiasis refers to a parasitic infection by one of several protozoans in the Giaridia family. In many cases this microorganism lives in infected cats without causing any harm or symptoms.
· 6 min readGlaucoma is a collection of disorders that damage the retina and optic nerve, leading to vision loss.
· 4 min readGlow stick toxicity is caused when cats ingest the glowing liquid inside of glow sticks or jewelry.
· 4 min readFoxtails 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.
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