Frequency of feline urinary tract disease

Cats of all ages are susceptible to urinary tract diseases, but adult and senior cats have a higher likelihood of developing the condition. Feline urinary tract diseases are mainly related to factors such as diet, drinking habits, urinary tract infections, and congenital urethral strictures. Once a urinary tract disease occurs, timely treatment is necessary, as delay can lead to acute kidney failure, bladder rupture, or even death.

Causes of urinary tract syndrome

There are many factors that can trigger feline urinary tract syndrome, with feeding dry food containing excessive magnesium being the main culprit. Other factors include inadequate water intake, lack of exercise, obesity, and cold climates. The primary prevention of feline urinary tract syndrome is to reduce magnesium ion intake and drink more water regularly.

Treatment of urinary tract syndrome

The treatment of feline urinary tract syndrome mainly includes the following aspects:

1. Catheterization: Due to the potential for urine retention in the bladder, a urinary catheter is necessary to assist the cat in urination.
2. Intravenous therapy: Medication is prescribed based on test results to regulate electrolyte imbalances and control inflammation.
3. Surgery: Once the cat's indicators return to normal, surgery can be performed to remove bladder and urethral stones.

Use of human medications for urinary tract diseases

Antibiotics are commonly used to combat urinary tract inflammation, and surgical and drug treatments are used for stones (mainly for aseptic stones). It is not recommended to administer human medications to cats, as human drugs lack animal clinical trial data, and their effects, side effects, and doses are not clearly understood. It is advisable to consult a pet veterinarian before administering any medication.