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Inflammatory Bowel Disease in Cats(IBD)
Chronic inflammation of the digestive tract causing prolonged vomiting and diarrhea. Believed to be caused by abnormal immune response, requiring long-term dietary and medical management.
Vet Supervised
Symptoms
- Chronic vomiting
- Chronic diarrhea
- Weight loss
- Fluctuating appetite
- Bloody stool
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Causes
- Abnormal immune response
- Food allergies
- Gut microbiome imbalance
- Genetic predisposition
Diagnosis
1
Endoscopy + biopsy
2
Blood tests
3
Ultrasound
4
Elimination diet trial
Treatment
- Dietary management (novel protein/hydrolyzed diet)
- Steroids
- Immunosuppressants
- Probiotics
Prognosis
Cure is difficult, but symptoms can often be controlled with proper diet and medication.
Severity: Medium
Prevention
- High-quality diet
- Stress reduction
- Maintain gut health
Commonly Affected Breeds
Epidemiology
Age Range
Most common in middle-aged to senior cats
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