Monday, March 18, 2013

The Truth about Feline Urinary Tract Infection

By Geraldine Dimarco


I think almost everyone in the world loathe to read about dreadful diseases that our pets can potentially suffer from. It is not a pleasant task at all. However, it is the responsible pet owner who does so, knowing that learning about these things can in fact, save his or her beloved kitty's life one day. Fortunately, many of these ailments are preventable and easily treatable with simple measures and natural supplements that are accessible to anybody.

Let us learn about feline urinary tract infection. What causes feline urinary tract infection and what can I do to prevent this? Feline UTI is a common condition that results from infection in the cat's bladder. This produces intense pain for the animal and will lead to permanent kidney and bladder damage, or even death when undetected and left untreated.

Many factors play a role in the development of cat UTI. Infections of this kind can be developed when urine is not released quickly enough. Remember, there is an abundance of bacteria and detrimental substances present in the urine. Without fresh water to cleanse the system and proper disposal of the cat's wastes-- these harmful organisms will stay and infect the internal organs. Give the animal distilled water often and encourage him to urinate frequently.

Diet also plays a big part in maintaining your cat's health. A diet that has a high mineral content may lead to mineral deposits that later form into crystals, or bladder stones. These stones will irritate and infect the bladder; thus causing urinary infections to ensue. Serve meals that are low in magnesium to avoid kidney stone formation.

Older animals also have increased risk of incurring more health problems and UTI is one of these. You need to have regular check-ups with the vet to detect kidney diseases, or any diseases early on. Sometimes, cats are just born with congenital defects that inhibit normal system functions. Consult a trusted expert or vet to see what the most recommended course of action is.

Consult the veterinarian on the recommended treatments you can administer to your pet. Another critical issue in determining what causes urinary tract infection is sanitation. The opening where urine is expelled is also an entrance for bacteria to gain ground.

A simple urine analysis will verify the presence of urine infections in your cat. It may also indicate other health problems that you will have to deal with to abort the progress of any serious disease. Radiographs are also a useful tool for the vet to use in checking for tumors and abnormalities in the cat's internal organs.

A simple urinalysis can verify the existence of infections, crystals and blood in the cat. The urinalysis will also locate health issues that may come up; addressing it early on will terminate the progress of serious diseases. Tumors, cysts and other abnormalities can also be determined by using radiographs. If your cat does have feline urinary tract infection, do not become overly anxious about it. You have several antibiotics and homeopathic therapies you can use to cure your pet. You should know though that when an animal does have UTI, he will most likely have it again in the future so make the necessary measures to avoid this from happening. Discuss all the options available for your cat and choose the best treatment specific to his case.




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