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Section: Veterinary Care In-depth
Treatment In-depth Diarrhea is a symptom that can be caused by many different diseases or conditions, and specific treatment requires a diagnosis. Symptomatic therapy may be tried in mild cases of short duration, or may be instituted while diagnostic testing is underway. These treatments may reduce the severity of signs and offer relief to your pet:
Diarrhea is defined as rapid movement of fecal matter through the intestine resulting in poor absorption of water, nutrients and electrolytes and, consequently, loose, runny stools. Chronic diarrhea lasts...
At one time or another your cat may have a bout of vomiting. In an otherwise healthy cat, this infrequent vomiting is not a concern. However, prolonged or continuous vomiting, along with signs of illness,...
Colitis is an inflammation of the colon, usually resulting in diarrhea. It can occur suddenly and resolve without treatment or may persist for several weeks. In chronic cases, various tests may be needed...
Pseudocoprostasis is a condition that occurs when fecal matter becomes matted in the hair surrounding the anal opening. Once this occurs, the passage of additional feces becomes quite difficult and complete...
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