my cat has a cold?
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Viral kitty colds usually cause sneezing and clear discharge from the nose and eyes. A fever, appetite loss, enlarged lymph nodes and yellow or green discharge from the eyes and nose characterize a more serious feline URI, which is a combination of a virus and a bacterial infection.
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A: In general, most feline upper respiratory infections are caused by viruses that are specific to cats. These viruses are not contagious to other species, including dogs and people. Oftentimes, these viruses lead to bacterial sinus infections or conjunctivitis.
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The first visible signs an owner might notice include generalized depression, loss of appetite, high fever, lethargy, vomiting, severe diarrhea, nasal discharge, and dehydration. Sick cats may sit for long periods of time in front of their water bowls but not drink much water.
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Colds may be transmitted by the inhalation of infected airborne particles, through direct hand-to-hand contact with an infected person, or through contact with contaminated fomites. ... Symptoms of a cold are nasal stuffiness and discharge, sneezing, coughing, and a sore throat.
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Stenske said that when cats get the feline versions of the common cold -- herpesvirus and calicivirus -- supportive care is often the best medicine. This can include keeping their nose clean, steam therapy, warming their food -- it makes it smell tasty -- and adding an amino acid supplement called lysine.
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A cold is a viral upper respiratory tract infection that typically affects the nasal part of the respiratory system. The infection is usually mild and goes away without treatment. Symptoms may include a runny nose, headache, and sneezing. About half of patients can also experience a cough or sore throat.
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With FVR and FCV, the cat may develop ulcers in the mouth. Other, less specific symptoms of an upper respiratory infection include anorexia, lethargy, fever, enlarged lymph nodes and blepharospasm (squinting). In severe cases, the cat may have difficulty breathing. Most cases of URI in cats last seven to ten days.
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The high levels of ammonia found in cat urine may trigger your respiratory problems. It can also be very dangerous for people who are suffering from bronchitis and asthma. Red eyes, itchy skin, or a runny nose may be a sign that your feline friends are putting you at risk.
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Symptoms to look for Their rectal temperature may also be slightly raised. As your cat's body temperature rises, check Best Friends' list of heat exhaustion signs: Breathing rapidly, racing pulse. Red tongue and mouth.
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Runny eyes may indicate that the cat has an allergy. Cats can be allergic to a variety of substances, such as pollen, dust, mold, chemicals or foods. Other signs that a cat may be suffering from an allergic reaction include sneezing and itchiness. Runny eyes in the form of an overflow of tears is known as epiphora.
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In humans, a kiss of a warm forehead may give you a clue. But you can't tell if your cat has a fever by feeling for a warm, dry nose, as many people believe. The only way to know for sure -- with either a human or a cat -- is to take its temperature. A normal temperature in cats ranges from 100.4º to 102.5º Fahrenheit.
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While you may find peppermint refreshing, minced with sweet memories of Christmas, your cat does not share your fond affection for the oil. Just smelling the aroma can cause your kitty to develop breathlessness, increased heart rate, and aspiration pneumonia.
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['Cat flu (feline herpes virus and feline calicivirus)', 'Feline infectious enteritis.', 'Feline leukaemia virus.']
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Most feline colds last about seven to ten days and are generally not serious, usually spread by wet sneezes. Even with treatment, however, the virus never truly leaves your cat's system, making it possible for the sickness to recur.
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["Foul odor - healthy cats don't smell.", "Persistent sores - sores that don't heal, need to be looked at by a professional.", 'Difficulty with bathroom chores.', 'Loss of appetite.', 'Unexplained bleeding.', 'Lethargy.']
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After an incubation period of 24 to 72 hours, cold symptoms begin with a scratchy or sore throat, followed by sneezing, rhinorrhea, nasal obstruction, and malaise. Temperature is usually normal, particularly when the pathogen is a rhinovirus or coronavirus.
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Feline Upper Respiratory Infection (URI) is similar to a common cold in humans. It is especially common in cats who have been exposed to a lot of other cats, such as at an animal shelter. URI is very rarely fatal, and usually resolves within one to three weeks. Treatment generally consists of supportive care.