How long can cats and dogs live with ascites?

The survival time for cats and dogs with ascites varies depending on the severity of the condition. If the ascites is mild, it is generally curable, but if it is advanced, the cat or dog may survive for 1-2 weeks at most, and sometimes even up to a month. As long as the owner brings the cat or dog to the hospital for treatment in a timely manner, they may not necessarily die.

Is inflammation a sign of ascites?

Not necessarily. Many diseases can cause inflammation in cats. It cannot be judged solely by the inflammation indicator; other methods must be used to determine whether there is ascites. To diagnose whether a cat or dog has ascites, an ultrasound can be done to see if there is fluid in the abdominal cavity. If the abdomen明显 enlarges, a laparoscopy can be performed to check for fluid accumulation to determine if there is ascites. Inflammatory diseases that can cause high inflammation include enteritis, kidney problems, viral infections, and many others.

Can urination relieve ascites?

Urination cannot relieve ascites in cats and dogs. Urine is produced by the kidneys, stored in the bladder, and finally excreted through the urethra. However, ascites is abdominal fluid, and the abdominal cavity is a closed space. Therefore, except for artificial drainage, ascites will not exit the body naturally and will not be expelled with urine.

Treatment of hepatic ascites

To treat hepatic ascites, most of the fluid in the abdominal cavity should be drained to reduce abdominal pressure and alleviate compression on other organs. During the puncture and drainage process, the lowest point of the abdominal wall should be chosen, but the amount of fluid released should not be too large to prevent the cat or dog from becoming dehydrated. Simultaneously, strengthen the absorption and excretion of abdominal fluid, apply cardiotonic and diuretic drugs. Provide high-protein food to the cat or dog, limit water intake to alleviate symptoms.