Phoenix
01-07-2008, 09:28 PM
I wanted to post this in Articles but it wouldn't let me so I'm posting it here for the moment.
Arthritis in Cats
Symptoms:
Stiffness when walking and getting up
In obvious pain when walking
Is very reluctant to jump
Diagnosis:
Your vet will examine your cat and will gently move his (the cat’s) back and hips to see how serious the arthritis is.
Causes:
Arthritis can be caused by:
Infections
Accidents
Old age
They are the main ones, but there are other reasons for a cat to get arthritis. Arthritis comes in two categories, traumatic arthritis and osteoarthritis.
Traumatic arthritis can be cause by something like a road accident, due to fighting with another cat, or by falling awkwardly.
Osteoarthritis can be caused by repeated traumatic arthritis, joint dislocation, or due to old age.
Treatment
The vet may prescribe Do It Yourself treatments, such as massaging the affected limbs, weight control, exercise or warmth.
Another treatment the vet may prescribe, is Vitamin C, Glucosamine, Corticosteroids, or drugs.
Most forms of arthritis can’t be cured, but can be treated and help you cat to live out a relatively pain-free, happier life.
You may find it beneficial to search for “Feline arthritis” on Google, to find out more about arthritis in felines.
Arthritis in Cats
Symptoms:
Stiffness when walking and getting up
In obvious pain when walking
Is very reluctant to jump
Diagnosis:
Your vet will examine your cat and will gently move his (the cat’s) back and hips to see how serious the arthritis is.
Causes:
Arthritis can be caused by:
Infections
Accidents
Old age
They are the main ones, but there are other reasons for a cat to get arthritis. Arthritis comes in two categories, traumatic arthritis and osteoarthritis.
Traumatic arthritis can be cause by something like a road accident, due to fighting with another cat, or by falling awkwardly.
Osteoarthritis can be caused by repeated traumatic arthritis, joint dislocation, or due to old age.
Treatment
The vet may prescribe Do It Yourself treatments, such as massaging the affected limbs, weight control, exercise or warmth.
Another treatment the vet may prescribe, is Vitamin C, Glucosamine, Corticosteroids, or drugs.
Most forms of arthritis can’t be cured, but can be treated and help you cat to live out a relatively pain-free, happier life.
You may find it beneficial to search for “Feline arthritis” on Google, to find out more about arthritis in felines.