Miliary discharge from kitten's urethra

Miliary discharge from the urethra of a small kitten may be caused by inflammation of the urethra, which can cause pus to flow from the cat's urethra. You should promptly feed the cat antibiotics and encourage it to drink more water and eat foods rich in vitamins. It may also be caused by a wound on the cat's urethral region that has become infected due to scratching. In this case, take the cat to the pet hospital for treatment promptly.

Causes of urethritis

Poor cat litter can lead to urethritis. If the cat litter particles are too fine or the dust is too large, the dust may enter the urethra during the cat's toilet visits, causing infection or mechanical damage due to friction. The urethra of male cats is relatively narrow, which may cause blockage. These problems can directly or indirectly cause urethritis.

Symptoms of urethritis

When a cat has urethritis, it may show continuous and frequent visits to the cat litter box but only be able to pass a small amount of urine or even nothing at all. The cat may also experience difficulty and pain during urination, sometimes even issuing a scream. The urine may contain blood, and the cat often licks its anus and genitals. Some cats may also show vomiting, lethargy, and decreased appetite.

Treatment for urethritis

The treatment for cats must be individualized and should be based on the disappearance of clinical symptoms, abnormal urine sediment, and negative urine culture results. Generally, non-complicated urethritis should be treated for 2-3 weeks. Commonly used drugs for infection are enrofloxacin-based antibiotics, along with analgesics and urinary tract protection. Drink more water and eat regularly. If it is a complicated urinary tract infection, medication should be taken under the guidance of a doctor.