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Liquid poop and throwing up12/4/2023 ![]() ![]() If these screening tests do not provide a diagnosis, your veterinarian may recommend more targeted testing. Initial testing may include blood tests, fecal parasite testing, urine testing, and/or abdominal radiographs (x-rays). They will check your cat’s hydration status, listen to your cat’s heart and lungs, palpate your cat’s abdomen for any internal abnormalities (masses and intestinal obstructions can sometimes be found on abdominal palpation), and perform a complete nose-to-tail examination.īased on these physical exam findings, your veterinarian will recommend appropriate diagnostic testing for your cat. ![]() Your veterinarian will begin by performing a thorough physical examination of your cat. (Image credit: Getty Images) Diagnosing the cause of vomiting in cats Instead, involve your veterinarian and follow their recommendations. Resist the temptation to use home remedies. Many human medications are toxic to cats, which can result in problems that are even worse than the vomiting that you are trying to treat. There are no over-the-counter treatments that can be given at home to prevent or treat feline vomiting. Your veterinarian can assess your cat’s hydration, determine whether fluid therapy is needed, and address your cat’s vomiting to prevent further fluid loss and reduce the risk of hepatic lipidosis. Additionally, vomiting cats can develop hepatic lipidosis (fatty liver disease) if they do not eat adequate amounts of food. Repeated vomiting can lead to dehydration, requiring fluid therapy for rehydration. ![]() In addition to arriving at a diagnosis, your veterinarian can treat potential complications of vomiting. A physical examination and laboratory tests are usually needed to determine the cause of a cat’s vomiting. Trying to figure out the cause of your cat’s vomiting by yourself, or through internet research, is likely to be an exercise in futility. There are many potential causes of vomiting in cats. If your cat’s vomiting persists for longer than 24 hours, or if you notice other signs of illness (such as diarrhea in cats, lethargy, or refusal to eat), your cat needs to be evaluated by a veterinarian. Monitor your cat closely, ensuring that there are no further episodes of vomiting or other signs of illness. After a single, isolated episode of vomiting that is not accompanied by any other clinical signs, you can probably hold off on calling your veterinarian. (Image credit: Getty Images) When should you be concerned about your cat throwing up white foam?Ī single episode of vomiting isn’t necessarily serious, as long as your cat is eating well and acting otherwise normally. ![]()
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