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FIA is caused by a very specialised group of bacteria called Haemoplasmas, which attacks the cat's red blood cells within the circulation, leading to anaemia. There is more than one type of…
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Feline infectious peritonitis (FIP) is an important disease of cats caused by infection with FIP virus (FIPV). Although FIP is not a particularly common disease, it is important because once…
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Feline leukaemia virus (FeLV) is an important viral infection of cats, although fortunately now with very good vaccines available against FeLV, the disease is much less commonly encountered.…
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Feline miliary dermatitis is a general term to describe a skin condition that usually involves an allergic response. It is a very itchy skin problem and affected cats may lick, bite and…
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Heart disease can be divided into two groups, congenital and adult onset forms. In congenital disease the defect is present at birth. Although signs of congenital disease are often seen at…
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Hypertension is the medical term for high blood pressure which is a common problem in people and also an important condition in cats. Most cases of feline hypertension are seen as a secondary…
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Hyperthyroidism is the most common endocrine (hormonal) disorder of cats. It is most common in older cats, rarely seen in cats under eight years of age. There is no sex or breed…
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Hypocalcaemia is a term that refers to low blood concentrations of calcium. Calcium is an important electrolyte (chemical) within the body, and is needed for normal function of muscles and…
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Hypokalaemia is a term that refers to low blood concentrations of potassium. Potassium is an important electrolyte (chemical) within the body and is very important for the normal function of…
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The term jaundice describes a yellow discoloration of the skin. This can most easily be appreciated by looking at the whites of the eyes, and the mucous membranes (ie the third eyelids and…
