What to do if your cat has jaundice

Jaundice in cats is not a disease in itself, but a clinical symptom of certain underlying conditions. Most cases of jaundice in cats are related to liver or gallbladder diseases. Simply using jaundice-reducing drugs cannot cure jaundice completely. Therefore, if you suspect that your cat has jaundice, it is essential to visit a pet hospital promptly. It is necessary to identify the root cause of jaundice and treat it from the perspective of the underlying disease to eliminate the jaundice phenomenon completely.

The main treatment plan for cats with jaundice depends on the results of blood biochemical tests. If the cat's condition is not severe, conservative treatment involving the administration of liver protection drugs can be administered. If the condition is severe, hospitalization and systematic treatment are required. Specific treatment plans can be referred to below.

1. Since jaundice is caused by increased bilirubin due to liver disease, cats need to be given some liver and gallbladder protection drugs for treatment.

2. Conduct a blood routine examination on the cat to determine whether there is inflammation in the body. If inflammation is present, cats need to be given anti-inflammatory drugs.

3. Due to the loss of appetite in cats with jaundice, it is necessary to regulate electrolyte balance and replenish energy through fluid therapy.

4. After the cat's appetite disappears, it is necessary to install a nasogastric tube for small-volume feeding. Generally, the cat's symptoms will improve after 5-7 days of treatment. When the cat shows a desire to eat, owners can feed the cat some high-energy nutrition supplements that replenish blood and liver, which helps the cat recover faster.

Note: Cats with jaundice need timely treatment. The longer the delay, the more severe the condition becomes. Early stage treatment can be managed with medications, while later stages require the combination of fluid therapy.