How to Treat Cats Vomiting Yellow Mucus and Refusing to Eat

Causes of Cats Vomiting Yellow Mucus:

There are several possible reasons for a cat to vomit yellow mucus:

The cat has not eaten for a long time, causing abnormal bile excretion. The bile may reverse through the gastrointestinal tract and be vomited out.
The cat may have underlying liver and biliary tract diseases, leading to abnormal bile production or excretion.
Yellow watery mucus may be vomited as a result.

The yellow watery mucus vomited by the cat is usually a mixture of bile, stomach acid, and saliva. The most common cause of a cat vomiting bile is abnormal bile excretion, such as common biliary tract obstructions, biliary tract dilation, gallbladder inflammation, or triaditis. These conditions may present with similar symptoms. To identify the cause, diagnostic tests usually include liver biochemistry, complete blood count, and abdominal ultrasound examinations. Treatment should be tailored to the specific underlying condition.

For biliary tract obstructions caused by parasite infections, appropriate deworming may lead to significant improvements. Cats generally have good prognoses in such cases. However, for more severe primary biliary tract obstructions, surgical intervention may be necessary, and the prognosis is more difficult to predict, with a possibility of recurrence.

When a cat exhibits symptoms of vomiting yellow mucus, it is recommended to consult a veterinarian immediately for examination and treatment. The earlier the cat receives effective treatment, the better the prognosis. Different underlying causes may require distinct treatment plans. It is not advisable for owners to administer medication without a clear understanding of the cat's specific condition and the progression of the disease.