Arthritis is a condition where one or more joints become swollen or inflamed. It can affect the hips, elbows, knees, and neck.
There are two types of arthritis:
CAUSES:
While arthritis normally affects older cats, and worsens with age, cats of any age can have it.
Primary:
Secondary:
SIGNS:
DIAGNOSIS:
In order to properly diagnose your cat with arthritis, your veterinarian will begin with the following:
You veterinarian may also perform the following tests:
TREATMENT:
The course of treatment depends mainly on what is causing the disease.
If treatments are not helping the pain:
PREVENTION:
There is no known prevention.
PROGNOSIS:
There is no cure for arthritis, but your veterinarian can give you treatment options so you cat can live a comfortable life. You should pay attention to your cat’s movements, as catching arthritis early leaves more options for your cat to live comfortably.
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