Can cat stomatitis be cured?

Cat stomatitis can be cured. It is caused by factors such as trauma, bacterial infection, and viral infection. Stomatitis caused by trauma requires cleaning of the trauma and the use of topical antibacterial and anti-inflammatory oral sprays. Stomatitis caused by bacteria requires regular topical oral spray use. If it causes systemic inflammation, oral or injectable antibiotics may be needed. For viral stomatitis, antiviral and immune-boosting measures are taken, along with oral cleaning and medication.

Causes of stomatitis

Vitamin deficiency: Can directly lead to oral diseases, especially vitamin B.
Diseases: Complications caused by viral rhinotracheitis, cupid virus, leukemia, AIDS, etc.
Chronic renal dysfunction: Such as diabetes and kidney disease, which can cause severe oral dryness due to dehydration.
Systemic diseases: Uremia, hypothyroidism, and parathyroid dysfunction can cause oral mucosal ulcers and periodontal disease.
Chronic gastritis and gastric ulcers can also cause oral diseases.
Accidental ingestion of sharp objects like fish bones, chicken bones, needles, cactus spines, etc., can cause oral inflammation or ulcers.

Symptoms of stomatitis

Early symptoms mainly include loss of appetite or complete loss of appetite, drooling during eating, difficulty chewing, and red, swollen oral mucosa when opening the mouth. Severe cases may even show obvious oral symptoms, such as severe redness and swelling of the mucosa, especially around the molars and premolars, which is much higher than that of the canine and incisors.

Prevention of stomatitis

To prevent cat stomatitis, start brushing your cat's teeth 2-3 times a week from the age of 6 months. Avoid giving your cat sweets like chocolate to prevent tooth decay. Instead, offer vegetables and other chew bones to exercise your cat's bite force and clean teeth. Get your cat's teeth cleaned professionally every six months. Adding vitamin B supplements or foods to your cat's diet at home can effectively prevent stomatitis.