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My three-month-old cat has feline rhinotracheitis; I gave acyclovir and ribavirin for two days, then it got diarrhea and vomited twice; fasting 6 hours stopped vomiting but diarrhea continues. Can rhinotracheitis and gastroenteritis meds be taken together, and which first?
Rhinotracheitis is from herpesvirus; do not blindly use ribavirin—a human drug banned in vet medicine for severe side effects (diarrhea, anemia, anorexia, birth defects). The diarrhea may come from wrong medication. Stop the harsh human drugs; both conditions can be treated together with compliant, targeted meds per a vet's guidance.
My dog had acute gastroenteritis with bloody stool and vomiting blood after treatment—what now?
Acute gastroenteritis needs treatment matched to cause and symptoms, starting with fasting and water restriction. Persistent vomiting causes dehydration, electrolyte imbalance and even shock or death, needing urgent anti-emetics and fluids. Bloody stool and vomit are severe—give hemostatics, gut-repair and anti-inflammatory drugs, find the bleeding cause, and use prescription diet during recovery.
It hasn’t eaten for three days and won’t even take force-feeding; I thought it was gastroenteritis and gave medicine but it vomited it up. On the fourth day the hospital confirmed feline panleukopenia (distemper), and it’s had IV fluids for four days. White blood cells went 4.7 to 3.8 to 5.1 to 7.9, FPV-AG now 38.18 ug/ml. It can eat now and energy is better — does it still need treatment, or can we stop and let it recover slowly?
Feline panleukopenia is usually dangerous, with a course of about 7–10 days; active treatment and monitoring are advised, and stopping medication should follow the vet's instructions — never stop on your own. Continue until energy, appetite, and stool are normal, then recheck WBC, SAA, and antigen; after they return to normal ranges, some antivirals and fluids can be tapered, but gut repair needs longer care.
Two-month-old kitten with blood in stool, suspected cat litter ingestion, prolapse from diarrhea, vomiting; corona virus weakly positive at the clinic, diagnosed with gastroenteritis
Blood in the stool and vomiting in a young kitten call for ruling out panleukopenia and parasites. With weak corona positivity it may be corona virus enteritis or a foreign-body issue; follow the vet's plan.
How long should a dog with gastroenteritis and bloody stool fast?
For sudden gastroenteritis with bloody stool, fast 1 to 2 days to ease the gut. Mild cases get meds and probiotics; severe cases need the vet. Avoid long fasting to prevent collapse.
How long after recovery from gastroenteritis can a dog be bathed?
Gastroenteritis can relapse, so bathe only about a week after full recovery. Feed prescription food and probiotics early, then return to normal diet in 3-5 days.
How long does it take for a Teddy’s gastroenteritis to recover?
A Teddy's gastroenteritis generally recovers in about 3-7 days, depending on its constitution and treatment. Mild cases may self-heal in about 3 days; severe cases with vomiting or bloody stool need vet care.
How long should a dog with gastroenteritis be fasted?
Fast a dog with gastroenteritis 6-12 hours (longer if severe), then resume bland food. Puppies may need IV fluids to avoid low blood sugar and dehydration.
How long does a dog’s acute gastroenteritis take to heal?
Simple acute gastroenteritis often clears in about 4 days; infection-related cases need a week of antibiotics. See a vet to pinpoint the cause.
What are the signs of gastroenteritis pain in a dog?
Gastroenteritis pain signs include arched back, abdominal pain, cramps, shaking, reluctance to move, convulsions, and appetite loss. Also belching, vomiting, diarrhea, dehydration, and sometimes swollen belly or blood in stool. Causes include poor diet, parasites, overeating, or food poisoning. See a vet to diagnose and treat by cause.