- Facts

1.     Problem Definition:

Liver is the important organ in cats body which controls all the major activities inside the body. Without a properly working liver no cat is able to live life without pain. Feline liver disease is very dangerous for the life of the cat. Ascarids, flukes, tapeworms and cysts are some parasites that can affect the liver.

2.     Symptoms:

There are many symptoms; most are common to other diseases causing confusion. The symptoms are diarrhea, epilepsy, weight loss, loss of appetite, lethargy, jaundice, depression and abdominal swelling.

3.     Duration of Problem:

If treatment is started at an early stage of the disease then it can be cured within a short period of time. Still the liver will need a lot of time to work like before.

4.     Exposure:

Feline liver diseases are caused by many reasons and one of them is parasites. These parasites can affect healthy cats through the feces of infected cats. It is wise to keep your cats under watch.

- Prevention & Treatment

1.     The Treatment:

X-ray, ultrasound, and liver biopsy are some treatments to find out the level of liver disease. If the liver is more affected then very little can be done. Vets suggest high quality proteins, balanced vitamins and minerals. Depending upon the cause of disease the treatment will be different.

2.     Prevention:

It is better to keep your cat away from obesity. If you are planning to reduce its weight then carry it out slowly. Cats should be watched carefully and prevented from stress.

3.     Precautions:

The cat suffering from liver disease has to be handled with patience. Their food must be given in moderate quantity. Try to give them less quantity three times a day. All medicines must be given on time. They should not be pampered with spicy food. If you have other cats then it is wise to keep the infected cat separately.

4.     Helpful Supplies:

No supplies are needed in particular. You will have to reduce their food supply. Infected cats will have to be kept separately.

- Concerns

1.     Level of Seriousness:

Feline liver disease is not serious but if the treatment is not started on time, it might lead to some major disease and sometimes result in failure of liver causing death.

2.     Lasting Consequences:

Once your cat is cured from liver diseases there are no signs of the illness. Cats can lead a normal and healthy life.

3.     Genetics:

Feline liver diseases are caused by viruses; in this case the kittens might inherit these parasites from their mother.

4.     Lifestyle Accommodations:

There are no particular changes needed to be done in cats life. But food must be provided as per the suggestions of vet.

5.     Expense:

Treatments of liver diseases are quite expensive if the liver is affected more seriously.