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My cat has yellow nasal discharge, for over 20 days
If only nasal discharge with no cough or sneeze, it may be a nose-limited infection and fungal infection should be watched; take a sample to the vet. Upper respiratory infection or feline rhinotracheitis also cause yellow discharge, and with sneezing and tearing it is likely an upper respiratory infection. After so many days, see a vet to confirm and treat to avoid complications.
Eyes Are Red and Swollen, but Appetite Is Normal, the Cat Is Active, Nose Is Wet, No Fever
Red, swollen eyes with a wet nose are likely conjunctivitis from bacterial or viral infection. Clean the eye discharge and use a pet eye drop with neomycin or lysozyme, applying four to six times daily.
My two-month-old kitten is very thin with ongoing watery diarrhea and coughing, has a good appetite, and variable energy-what could cause this?
A thin kitten with persistent watery diarrhea and coughing may have digestive issues, parasites (roundworms, hookworms), viral infection (distemper), or upper-respiratory/cat-flu/calicivirus disease. Because symptoms persist, get a full exam: blood, fecal, X-ray, and respiratory PCR.
My kitten arrived 8–9 days ago, sneezes with a little discharge but still eats, drinks, plays, and sleeps; today’s test found calicivirus, mycoplasma, and Bordetella—is he going to be okay?
If a kitten tests positive for calicivirus, mycoplasma, and Bordetella but only sneezes with slight discharge while still eating, drinking, and playing, it is generally not life-threatening. These are common upper-respiratory pathogens—calicivirus can cause runny nose, stomatitis, and conjunctivitis and may be carried for life, while Bordetella can cause cough and breathing trouble. Follow the vet's treatment and give a warm, dry, clean environment with good nutrition.
My cat has red, swollen eyelids, occasional eye discharge, and sneezing but eats and plays—what is it?
These signs may be early cat flu or a common cold/upper respiratory infection. Isolate the cat, disinfect, add lysine, and treat symptoms; if they persist, test for respiratory pathogens at a clinic.
My cat keeps sneezing, has watery eyes, low energy, and a white membrane at the corner of its eye
The white membrane is usually the normal third eyelid, but ongoing sneezing, tearing, and low energy suggest a cold or upper respiratory infection. Rule out viral causes first.
Reduced appetite, normal stools, gurgling with nasal sounds, occasional rapid breathing, no sneezing, normal mood
A cat's gurgling breath with runny nose usually means an upper respiratory infection. If from a cold, give cold medicine; untreated it can become pneumonia.
Why Does a Cat Breathe Loudly (Heavy Breathing)?
A cat's loud breathing can be normal a relaxed cat purrs and breathes heavier but if it comes with other signs the cat is likely ill. Causes: relaxation, flat-faced breeds, nasal objects, simple congestion, cold or URI (sneezing, runny nose), feline rhinotracheitis or virus (cough, tears, fever), or long-term rhinitis. Clear mild cases; see a vet for cough, tears, or fever.
My kitten sneezes often, sprays saliva while sneezing, and keeps making a rumbling snoring sound
Sneezing with a rumbling sound has different causes. If a kitten sneezes often it is likely sick and needs a vet. If the cat is otherwise happy and the rumble comes from the chest, it is contentment; give cold medicine and keep it warm.
Tears a lot after every meal or exercise, and lots of eye discharge every day – at least wiped 2-3 times.
Treating tear stains starts with finding why the tearing happens. 1) Unbalanced diet high in oil, salt, and fat - switch to a low-allergy light prescription diet, more water, and vitamins. 2) Congenital blocked nasolacrimal duct - have a hospital test and possibly surgery, though it recurs.