Melena (Blood in Stool) in Cats
By: Dr. Bari Spielman

Section: Follow-Up

Optimal treatment for your pet requires a combination of home and professional veterinary care. Follow-up can be critical, especially if your pet does not rapidly improve.

Administer all prescribed medications exactly as directed. Alert your veterinarian if you are experiencing problems treating your pet.

Discontinue or avoid any medication or substance that may be irritating to the stomach lining.

Return to your veterinarian for follow-up testing as directed. Monitoring for anemia, electrolyte problems, and blood clotting ability may be indicated depending on the underlying cause of melena in your pet.