Urinary Obstruction: Cat

Male and female cats are often affected with inflammation of the lower urinary tract, sometimes associated with things like infection or bladder stones.  In male cats, who have very narrow outflow tracts, obstruction can occur from debris, grit, stones, blood clots, tissue swelling, tissue spasm and self trauma (licking at the genitals).  Male cats who are straining and passing little or no urine are uncomfortable and, if obstructed, are in a life threatened state.  When in doubt, have them checked out!!

Female cats can be very uncomfortable and exhibit frequent straining, but only occasionally will become obstructed.  This is due to the fact that the urinary outflow tract is much wider in females.

Treatment involves pain relief, eliminating the obstruction, fluid therapy, etc.  Early detection and early treatment yields best outcome.

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