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If your cat has a swollen paw because of an ingrown claw you may be able to see the claw growing into the skin with redness and infection evident at the wound site. Swellingfluid retention of the face and abdomen are also common in the event of fluid retention in the legs.
For infections the swelling may need to be lanced and cleaned.
Cat legs and face swollen. Facial swelling is characterized by a puffy abnormal facial appearance. Depending on the cause the swelling could affect small areas one side of the face or the entire face. You may also notice your cats eyes appearing smaller than usual because of the swelling.
Cats who have immune system deficiencies are prone to more health problems that often create swelling within the body. Kittens are also more susceptible to swelling however this is mainly due to worm infestations. Swelling is not always visible.
It can happen to. Other causes of a swollen face in cats include internal bleeding or hematoma in the area the existence of tumors embedded foreign objects or any abscesses caused by thorns or anything else similar to the bite of a cat. If you suddenly see a part of your cats face swell up in no time make sure that you take it to the veterinarian right away.
Other symptoms that often accompany fluid retention in a cats legs include weight loss vomiting increased drinking lethargy fever and diarrhea. Swellingfluid retention of the face and abdomen are also common in the event of fluid retention in the legs. Muscle inflammation is another possible cause of localized facial swelling.
Typically the swelling is localized to the lower jaws or the top of the head. Treatment of Facial Swelling in Cats. Treatment can vary depending on the cause of the facial swelling.
For infections the swelling may need to be lanced and cleaned. Antibiotics are often necessary. My 2 year old barn cat has a swollen face lower area one eye that had some congestion left front leg is dragging lethargic.
No bite wounds anywhere. She was gone for a day but thats not unusual. Found her in the barn this morning with the other cats.
I have given her a little water via syringe. The swelling can be from several causes. - Primarily the heart and poor circulation and flow - Low protein levels - Lymphatic drainage issues - There are times when abdominal disease or a belly mass can lead to poor flow of blood lymphatics and BACK leg swelling not front - Trauma unlikely with your history - Infection If the protein levels were low the question.
If your cat has a swollen paw because of an ingrown claw you may be able to see the claw growing into the skin with redness and infection evident at the wound site. Of course there are other underlying health conditions that can also cause a cats paws to swell including autoimmune disorders and feline skin cancer that attacks the toes and feet. In cats facial swelling is seen after acetaminophen Tylenol ingestion.
Acetaminophen is very toxic to cats and they are sometimes inadvertently given this medication by well-intentioned owners which is why is it always safest to consult a veterinarian and not give medications from your medicine cabinet to your pet but some cats accidentally ingest pills that fall on the floor. Symptoms of Cat Fluid Retention. The first and most visible signs of fluid retention in cats will be the swelling of the face legs and abdominal area.
The cat may appear bloated or may appear to have rapidly gained weight. Because of this extra weight and pressure buildup your cat may either become lethargic or be reluctant to lie down. Abscesses in cats usually appear as a swelling under the skin but they can also go unseen inside the body or in the mouth under the gums.
As a skin swelling abscesses look just like a tumor or lump but may appear more suddenly. If the swelling stretches too much it may cause the skin to tear and start oozing pus. Thanks for the photos.
Slinky is a beautiful cat. These are great quality photos but its still hard to appreciate the swelling on her paws and face. It does look like pododermatitis is a possibility.
This is a condition that can be treated with doxycycline and steroids. However I am still really concerned about cancer and possibly vasculitis. Other symptoms include vomiting difficulty breathing lethargy anorexia brown coloured gums ataxia coma and death.
You should never give your cat human medication unless under the instruction of your veterinarian. Snake bites will cause swelling. Snake bites most commonly occur on the face and legs of the cat.
What Can I Give My Cat For Swelling. If the cat has swelling associated with a sprain bruise or tendonitis apply ice packs to the area for 15 minutes twice daily. Flowing water improves circulation reduces swelling and promotes healing.
If your cat will tolerate it place her in a tub and swirl water around the leg. Signs of an abscess in a cat. Cat abscess symptoms can be quite vague at first with your cat showing signs such as.
Small wounds bite marks A reduced appetite. Fever feeling hot to the touch Lethargy your cat may seem subdued and be lacking in energy. After two to four days the following signs may be seen as the abscess develops.
The sudden swelling lameness and pain likely indicates infection. It could be serious if left untreated but probably trivial if treated promptly. If all the cat needs is a couple of injections then the visit to your out of hours clinic is unlikely to be as much as you say - give them a call and ask.