Cats suffering from trauma, retrograde bacterial infection, etc. can cause the activation of pancreatic enzymes in the gland ducts, leading to pancreatitis; cholangitis in cats can lead to pancreatic infection and inflammation, because the opening of the bile duct and the opening of the pancreas are very close; cats Long-term consumption of high-fat and high-protein foods can also lead to pancreatitis.

Causes of feline pancreatitis

Cats suffering from trauma, retrograde bacterial infection, intestinal parasites, Toxoplasma gondii, or drug, food poisoning, herpes virus, etc. can cause the activation of pancreatic enzymes in the gland ducts, resulting in so-called autodigestion, leading to pancreatic inflammation. Another reason is that cholangitis in cats leads to pancreatic infection and inflammation, because the bile duct opening and the pancreatic opening are both located in the papilla area of ​​the duodenum. The two openings are very close and it is very easy to transmit inflammation to each other. If cats eat high-fat and high-protein foods for a long time, the pancreas will not be able to secrete insulin normally, leading to pancreatic duct obstruction or infection.

Symptoms of feline pancreatitis

Cats suffering from pancreatitis will show symptoms of lethargy, loss of appetite, even anorexia, and weight loss. Some cats suffering from acute pancreatitis will have symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhea, upper abdominal pain, and nervousness. Cats in the later stages of pancreatitis will have symptoms such as hypotension and shock. What causes pancreatitis in cats? Symptoms of pancreatitis in cats

Care methods for cat pancreatitis

If the owner finds that the cat has symptoms corresponding to pancreatitis, he should first take him to the pet hospital without food or water. After the doctor's treatment, the cat's condition is under control. It is observed that the cat can defecate normally. When it eats a small amount on its own, the cat can be given a small amount of prescription food. In the later stage, the cat can be given a prescription canned food, eat a small amount, and pay attention to the cat's condition at all times.