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My cat suddenly vomited — what should I do?
Vomiting has many causes: stress, hunger, hairballs, food issues, indigestion, gastritis, foreign objects, infectious disease. Clear foamy liquid may be empty-stomach or stress — try small frequent meals. Vomit with fur suggests hairballs — use hairball paste or grass. Red or pink vomit may mean stomach injury and needs a vet.
My cat breathes fast in its sleep, sneezes, has a runny nose, and tires after just 1-2 minutes of play — what’s wrong?
Rapid breathing, sneezing, and a runny nose mainly point to a respiratory infection or another illness. See a vet for diagnosis. If a visit isn't possible now, give a pet-specific broad-spectrum anti-inflammatory and cold medicine at home; if symptoms don't ease, it may be viral — take the cat to a vet.
My cat’s eye is swollen and tearing — what should I do?
From the photo this is very likely conjunctivitis, which can be bacterial, herpesvirus, or chlamydia infection — a vet check is needed to confirm the cause. If a visit isn't possible now, use a pet-specific antibacterial eye drop at home to ease symptoms; for viral causes, antiviral treatment is key.
My cat may have eaten a rabeprazole sodium enteric tablet left on the table — no symptoms yet, does it need its stomach pumped?
Rabeprazole sodium is a human drug for peptic ulcers. If a cat ingests it, it may cause abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and even allergy or shock. If only a tiny amount was eaten, monitor the cat and give it more water to speed up metabolism; if any adverse reaction appears, take it to a vet promptly.
My cat’s right eye is often red and sometimes won’t open — what’s wrong?
Red eyes can come from infection, allergy, injury, or other eye diseases, and sometimes from immune-system issues. Put an E-collar on first to stop scratching, then use a pet-specific broad-spectrum anti-inflammatory and eye drops. If it doesn't improve or keeps recurring, see a vet.
My cat’s lips look ulcerated — what causes this and how is it treated?
Lip ulcers in cats can stem from oral disease, nutritional deficiency, allergies, or bacterial or viral infection. See a vet to find the cause. For bite- or trauma-induced ulcers, use skin-repair medication plus anti-inflammatories; for viral causes, use targeted antiviral and supportive care.
My cat’s anus is protruding — what should I do?
A protruding anus in a cat means rectal prolapse. Clean the exposed tissue with saline, then gently push it back in by hand (disinfect your hands or wear gloves first). If it cannot be returned or the prolapse is severe, take the cat to a vet for surgical treatment.
My cat’s drool smells foul and only flows at night — what could it be?
Foul-smelling drooling usually points to oral or digestive problems such as gingivitis, periodontitis, or mouth ulcers. Check the mouth, keep it clean, and see a vet if it doesn't improve.
My cat had eczema a few days ago, and now I’ve noticed a problem with its paw—what could it be?
Darkened, peeling paw pads in cats may be caused by wound infection, interdigital dermatitis, or bacterial/fungal infection. Clean the paws and watch for redness or ulcers; apply a pet-safe anti-inflammatory spray or ointment if present. If the cause is unclear or symptoms persist, take your cat to a vet for diagnosis.
What should I do if my cat is tearing up and has eye discharge?
Cat eye discharge and tearing can result from an internal 'heat' imbalance (often diet-related) or eye inflammation. An overly greasy or salty diet can cause 'heat,' leading to tearing and more discharge, so switch to a plainer diet and offer more water. If the cause is unclear and symptoms persist, take your cat to the vet for diagnosis and treatment.