Symptoms of Cat Chlamydia Infection

Symptoms of cat chlamydia infection include fever, lethargy, difficulty swallowing, coughing, increased eye secretions, and panting. Failure to improve promptly may lead to a continuous increase of chlamydia in the body, exacerbating symptoms, affecting disease control, and causing malnutrition.

1. Fever

After the body is infected with chlamydia, it can cause an increase in white blood cells and abnormal regulation of the hypothalamic temperature center, leading to fever. If the temperature is below 38°C, using a warm towel to wipe the body can help reduce the temperature. If the temperature exceeds 38.5°C, follow the doctor's advice to take antipyretic drugs.

1. Lethargy

If chlamydia continues to increase in the body, it can cause malnutrition and a decline in immune function, leading to lethargy. Follow the doctor's advice to administer pet-specific antibiotics.

1. Difficulty Swallowing

Frequent use of contaminated towels to clean the body may lead to chlamydia infection. The pathogen proliferates extensively in mucosal cells, affecting the throat mucosa and causing difficulty swallowing. Follow the doctor's advice to take antibiotics.

1. Cough

When chlamydia invades the respiratory tract, it can damage the respiratory mucosa, allowing cells to grow and multiply in the respiratory tract, leading to coughing. Take cough medication under a doctor's guidance.

1. Increased Eye Secretions

If the eye area is infected with chlamydia, it can stimulate excessive tear production by the lacrimal glands, causing increased secretions. Follow the doctor's advice to rinse the eyes with saline solution and use antibiotic eye drops.

1. Panting

If chlamydia in the respiratory tract continues to increase, it can affect normal breathing and lead to panting. Relief can be obtained through oxygen therapy.

If your cat's symptoms are severe, it is recommended to take the cat to a reputable pet hospital for treatment.