Do cats with feline infectious peritonitis drool?

Feline infectious peritonitis cats may drool, but not all drooling can be attributed to the disease. The early symptoms of feline infectious peritonitis are generally not obvious and may include decreased appetite, poor spirit, weight loss, persistent fever of 39.5 to 40.6 degrees Celsius, and repeated fluctuations in temperature. Later, the symptoms can be divided into two main types: dry and wet. The dry type mainly affects the eyes and internal organs, forming nodules, while the wet type is characterized by protein exudation causing pleural and abdominal fluid accumulation.

Causes of drooling

Drooling in cats can be caused by diseases such as liver and kidney problems. When cats suffer from acute gastritis, stomach stimulation can also cause drooling. Therefore, acute gastritis is also a cause of drooling in cats. Moreover, pharyngitis, salivary gland swelling, and other factors can also lead to drooling in cats. Dental calculus and gingivitis in cats can cause an increase in oral secretions, leading to drooling. Oral ulcers, stomatitis, and other mouth disorders may also cause cats to drool.

Do cats with feline infectious peritonitis always drink water?

No, feline infectious peritonitis is a disease caused by a mutation of the coronavirus, and its mortality rate is very high. Feline infectious peritonitis can be divided into wet and dry types, which are one of the reasons for abdominal fluid accumulation in young cats. Clinically, the disease is difficult to diagnose, and wet infectious peritonitis is usually examined through X-rays, ultrasound, blood routine, biochemistry, and pleural and abdominal fluid samples.

Signs of impending death in cats with feline infectious peritonitis

Weak vital signs, such as weak heartbeat, breathing, and pulse.
Pale or cyanotic mucous membranes.
Slowed reflexes and decreased responsiveness to external stimuli.
Decreased body temperature, muscle relaxation or rigidity.
Gradually dilating pupils.
Loss of mobility.