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My cat sneezes frequently with no other symptoms, and the nasal discharge is clear
Frequent sneezing and clear nasal discharge in cats may be caused by external irritation, a respiratory infection, or a viral infection. If there are strong odors in the cat's environment, they can trigger constant sneezing; in that case, move the cat away from the area or remove the allergenic smells to stop the ongoing irritation. In addition, a respiratory infection, feline rhinotracheitis (cat flu), or calicivirus can also cause these symptoms. If external irritation is ruled out, take the cat to a vet for examination and treatment promptly.
I bought some medicine; will it work?
From the photo, one product is a human drug and not advised for cats. Doxycycline hydrochloride treats mycoplasma; do not use medicine blindly before the cause is known. Tearing and sneezing can stem from respiratory infection, allergy, or rhinotracheitis, each needing different treatment. See a vet.
My cat has a mild cold, lost its voice, and has yellow and clear nasal discharge
Your cat is most likely dealing with a cold or a respiratory infection, and feline rhinotracheitis cannot be ruled out. For a simple cold, keep it warm and give pet cold medicine; if it worsens, see a vet.
My kitten has nasal discharge it cannot clear, is uncomfortable and low in energy – what’s wrong?
Nasal discharge with low energy in a kitten likely points to a respiratory infection from herpesvirus, calicivirus, mycoplasma or chlamydia. Vaccinate and isolate if confirmed, and keep the kitten warm.
No eating or drinking, no vomiting or diarrhea, very sleepy since yesterday afternoon. Dark brown discharge around the nose and a little at the eye corners.
Not eating, lethargy, and increased eye/nose discharge resemble respiratory infection or feline rhinotracheitis. A PCR test at the vet is needed; late-stage rhinotracheitis can block the gut and be life-threatening.
My cat coughs once or twice and sneezes a few times daily, no eye discharge; what medicine?
From your description, a coughing cat with phlegm, nasal congestion, and sneezing suggests a respiratory infection, but feline herpes or calicivirus cannot be ruled out. Screen at a vet and treat by cause. If a visit is hard, give oral respiratory medicine at home and watch for improvement; if none, see a vet.
Cat has breathed poorly and coughed with runny nose since coming home; improved shortly after. A few days ago weather changed severely, then it ran a fever (39.8 C rectally). Four days ago it stopped eating and drinking, hid, no stool or urine, and at night vomited pale-yellow watery fluid with a faint fishy smell. Cephalosporin prescribed.
The report alone can't confirm a diagnosis; further PCR for respiratory/coronavirus, ultrasound, X-ray, and bloodwork are advised. With yellow vomit, fever, and breathing trouble, rule out FIP first; coughing suggests upper-respiratory infection.
Why is my cat dry-heaving and having a runny nose?
Dry heaving, a runny nose, and poor appetite in cats may be symptoms of a respiratory infection caused by bacteria, mycoplasma, chlamydia, or viruses. You can give the cat cold medicine and keep it warm. If tearing and sneezing also appear, consider feline viral rhinotracheitis caused by the herpes virus.
Why does my kitten keep tearing up?
From the photo the cat most likely has conjunctivitis from trauma, bacteria, viruses, or irritants. Signs are tearing, red eyes, and crusted lids; untreated it may spread. Find the cause; bacterial cases use oxytetracycline, viral cases need antiviral drugs.
My Cat Has Been Sneezing and Has a Runny Nose Lately; at Night Mucus Dries and Blocks the Nose, and Since Last Month One Eye Corner Has Had Reddish-Brown Discharge
'Cold' is a general term for upper respiratory symptoms (sneezing, runny nose, cough, congestion, red eyes or discharge). Rhinotracheitis is a type of cold from herpesvirus. Many causes: calicivirus, chlamydia, mycoplasma, Bordetella, influenza, bronchitis, pneumonia. For severe upper respiratory symptoms, get a vet PCR, DR, fSAA, and blood tests to find cause, then treat.