Dr Rabiul Khan Vet

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Closed Pyometra is more dangerous than open Pyometra ( accumulation of puss inside uterus due to bacterial infection)...

Hepatic Lipidosis In Cats (Fatty Liver Syndrome)

Hepatic lipidosis in cats is a condition where fat accumulates in the liver and causes severe damage. Treatment of hepatic lipidosis is essential to save the cat's life. Hepatic lipidosis in cats is a common liver disease where fat accumulates within the liver and causes severe damage and subsequent liver failure. Disease progression is rapid and cats with this condition are generally debilitated with their liver function degrading rapidly. If a cat has been diagnosed with hepatic lipidosis, immediate treatment should be sought by a veterinarian, who will perform diagnostic tests on your pet and give treatment as necessary. If you notice symptoms of hepatic lipidosis in your cat such as loss of yellowing to the skin and eyes, loss of appetite, weight loss, or lethargy, contact your veterinarian immediately to assess what diagnosis is best for your cat. Hepatic lipidosis is the most common liver disease diagnosed in cats in North America and it is uncommon in dogs.

Clinical symptoms of fatty liver disease may include:

anorexia (loss of appetite)
jaundice and icterus (yellowing of the skin and eyes)
vomiting
lethargy
hypersalivation
weight loss