What medicine to use for a cat's mouth ulcers

A cat's mouth ulcers may be caused by infection with the cupid virus, which requires treatment with interferon injections and oral care with antibacterial spray. The virus initially causes ulcers or blisters around the cat's tongue and later causes inflammation throughout the mouth. Secondly, it may be due to secondary infections caused by severe dental calculus, which can be treated with antibiotics such as those containing amoxicillin and clavulanate acid, and proper oral care.

1. Cupid virus causes mouth ulcers in cats

Cats infected with the cupid virus mainly contract it through contact with sick cats, feces, and secretions. The cupid virus causes symptoms such as drooling, swollen gums, and intense pain, which can be treated with virus interferons and monoclonal antibodies for anti-viral therapy. Additionally, drugs containing astragalus polysaccharide are needed to boost the cat's immune system.

When the cat is healthy, it is essential to regularly vaccinate it against infectious diseases to produce protective antibodies in the body.

2. Oral diseases cause mouth ulcers in cats

Cats with oral diseases may also develop mouth ulcers, such as stomatitis and gingivitis. Many oral diseases in cats are caused by bacterial inflammation, which presents as reddened, swollen gums with bleeding. Moreover, not rinsing the mouth after eating, long-term calcification leading to stones, and mechanical injuries, malnutrition, bacterial infections, and chronic dental diseases can all cause oral diseases.

Oral care should be regularly given to cats, but special pet toothpaste should be used, as human toothpaste can cause poisoning. Additionally, pet-specific mouthwash or dental treats can also be given to cats.

3. What are the differences between stomatitis and cupid virus in cats?

Stomatitis is actually a symptom of cupid virus infection. Clinical manifestations of stomatitis include red, swollen oral mucosa, heat and pain, difficulty chewing, drooling, and bad breath. At the same time, the cat may refuse oral examination, have swollen lymph nodes in the mandible, and have mild fever. Stomatitis mainly includes ulcerative stomatitis, necrotic stomatitis, and fungal stomatitis.

The cupid virus can cause fever, conjunctivitis, and rhinitis. The clinical manifestations are usually oral ulcers and erosion, and occasionally keratitis, cough, and other symptoms. It should be noted that once infected with the cupid virus, the cat will be a carrier for life, even if the cat has recovered, it will still carry the virus. Furthermore, it is difficult to distinguish between the cupid virus and feline herpesvirus infection, and a single test cannot make a correct diagnosis. Other tests are needed for confirmation.