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Feline Herpesvirus in Cats(FHV-1)
A primary cause of cat flu, causing upper respiratory symptoms and conjunctivitis. Once infected, cats become lifelong carriers with reactivation during stress.
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Symptoms
- Sneezing and nasal discharge
- Conjunctivitis and eye discharge
- Fever
- Loss of appetite
- Corneal ulcers
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Causes
- Contact with infected cats
- Droplet transmission
- Stress-triggered reactivation
Diagnosis
1
Clinical diagnosis
2
PCR testing
3
Fluorescent antibody test
Treatment
- Antiviral medication (famciclovir)
- L-lysine supplementation
- Antiviral eye drops
- Supportive care
Prognosis
Acute phase resolves in 1-3 weeks, but lifelong carrier status means recurrent episodes.
Severity: Medium
Prevention
- Core vaccination (FVRCP)
- Stress management
- Ongoing L-lysine supplementation
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