What to do if your cat has respiratory inflammation

When a cat has respiratory inflammation, it is important to specifically check the inflammation indicators in the body and then treat accordingly, with the principles of eliminating inflammation, reducing phlegm, and stopping coughing. Respiratory infections usually affect breathing, making it difficult, reducing oxygen saturation, leading to organ hypoxia necrosis, and are particularly prone to spread to the lungs. If not handled promptly, treating the lungs once infected is more complicated and the chances of recovery decrease significantly.

Symptoms of respiratory inflammation

Common clinical manifestations of feline upper respiratory infections include sneezing, decreased appetite, nasal discharge accompanied by serous or mucopurulent nasal or ocular secretions, dehydration, conjunctivitis, ocular and nasal secretions, lethargy, and changes in vocalization, similar to a human with a cold. Severe cases may include fever, keratitis, and even pneumonia.

Treatment for respiratory inflammation

Appropriate symptomatic therapy and supportive care should be provided to affected cats, especially those with acute onset, which require additional fluid and nutrient supplementation. When treating cats with fluid therapy, appropriately adding thymus peptide can enhance the cat's immunity and resistance to disease. It is important to regularly clear the cat's nasal and ocular secretions, and use sprays or saline solutions to help remove purulent secretions.

How to prevent respiratory inflammation

When the weather is cold and damp, avoid allowing your cat to stay outdoors for extended periods. After bathing your cat, make sure to thoroughly dry its wet fur with a hair dryer to prevent colds. Keep the living environment clean: regularly sun dry and wash your cat's sleeping mat. Do not allow the mat to become damp or for your cat to sleep directly on the cold floor. Keep warm: Close windows and doors before going to bed at night to prevent drafts. Ensure balanced nutrition: Enhance your cat's diet to improve its immunity.