Dear reader,
I hope everything is fine with you and your beloved pet. Today I would like to share with you information about seizures in cats and what we can do to help our kids in such situations. Although I am not a professional in this field, I have considerable experience and can share useful information with you.
Seizures in maine coon cats can cause anxiety and anxiety in owners. They are a sign of hidden health problems and require serious treatment. Before the seizures begin, you may notice that your cat is acting anxious and restless, trying to find comfort in the environment. During seizures, she may fall to the floor, and the muscles of her limbs will contract and stretch uncontrollably. During this attack, your pet may not respond to the call, his pupils may be dilated, his mouth may be open, and excess saliva may flow from his mouth or even bowel emptying may occur. Sometimes a cat can lose consciousness for a while. After the attack ends, she may be disoriented and it will take some time to come to her senses and understand what happened.
There are many causes of seizures in cats:
1. Epilepsy: the most common cause, accompanied by seizures, foaming at the mouth and shortness of breath. Epilepsy can be caused by injuries, poisoning and other factors.
2. Pregnancy-related seizures: caused by a lack of calcium and magnesium, anemia, or low hemoglobin levels.
3. Near-death seizures: occur as a result of a general deterioration in the functions of the cat’s body. At this stage, your pet may exhibit shallow breathing and indifference, low body temperature below 36°C (96.8°F) and low blood pressure (90/60).
4. Sleep cramps: often associated with stress, blood disorders, thyroid problems or a deficiency of essential minerals.
5. Poisoning: Muscle spasms occur due to the absorption of substances such as arsenic compounds, rat poison, plants or medicines. Usually, diarrhea, lethargy, dilated pupils, unconsciousness and excessive salivation are observed with seizures.
6. Diabetes: Hypoglycemia caused by malnutrition, insufficient insulin levels, vomiting or diarrhea can lead to seizures. Other symptoms include trembling, rapid breathing, and even coma.
7. Brain tumors: Frequent seizures are accompanied by loss of coordination, crying, limb paralysis, blindness and abnormal behavior.
8. Hypothermia: Seizures occur when a cat’s body temperature drops below 37°C (98.6°F), along with low blood pressure and rare breathing.
9. Rabies: Convulsions that cause twitching of the limbs, foaming at the mouth, aggressiveness and sensitivity to light. Rabies is incurable.
10. Arthritis: Mild, painful cramps resulting in a sound made by your cat and hindering help due to intense pain.
11. Heart problems: Convulsions accompanied by rapid breathing, protruding tongue, pale mucous membranes, rapid pulse and loss of consciousness.
When your cat is experiencing seizures, it is extremely important to carefully place it on a hard surface upholstered with a blanket. Use your hands to hold the pet, preventing it from self-harming. Avoid touching his tongue, as he may not be able to swallow it. Finally, it is necessary to consult a veterinarian for diagnosis and subsequent treatment.
Remember that this article does not claim to be a professional expert, but aims to provide you with useful information about seizures in cats. We care about the health of our pets and are always ready to help them in difficult times.
With best wishes.