How can I find out if my cat has lipidosis?

cat lipidosis is a health condition characterized by a accumulated amount of fat in the liver of the cat. As a result of the accumulation of the liver, they are not able to function properly. Leaving untreated may be fatal. This may also result if the liver is damaged by toxins or metabolism. Common diseases that sometimes lead to feline lipidosis include heart disease, diabetes mellitus, cancer, kidney disease, pancreatitis, hyperthyroidism, chronic upper respiratory diseases and urinary tract disease. However, half of cases of lipidosis have no known cause. This stress may be the result of dietary changes, environmental changes or bacterial infections. A cat with lipidosis usually shows a touch of appetite and seems depressing. This is particularly important if the cat has lost a considerable amount of weight. Many cat lines also experience loss of muscle mass, jaundice and occasional vomiting. Some cats also develop a state called encephalopathy due to lipidosis. In this case, the cat may seem lethargic and seriously depressed.

In order to diagnose lipidosis, the veterinarian must first perform a physical test to feel whether the liver seems to be enlarged. To verify the enlarged liver, the veterinarian can also perform X -ray and ultrasound. The veterinarian also performs a chemical panel that is a blood test to determine whether cat sap, ALT or astrzymes are increased. Increasing any of these enzymes may indicate lipidosis. In order for a veterinarian to make a final diagnosis of lipidosis, it must perform a biopsy.

If the cat is diagnosed with lipidosis, there are a number of techniques to solve the condition. Changing the diet of the cat to include foods with a high protein and calorie content, it is necessary for the cat to help regain its weight. The cat can also be placed on medication to stimulate its appetite or fed electrolytes to get cloakAnaly dehydration. If the cat does not eat, the feed tube may be required. In this case, the tube is inserted into the cat's stomach.