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Section: Overview
Sneezing is a reflex of the upper airways, activated to explosively discharge irritating material from the nasal cavity. It is usually caused by the irritation of sensitive nerve endings in the mucous membrane that lines the nose. Nasal discharge is another sign of nasal disease or irritation. Although normal cats may occasionally sneeze or have nasal discharge (similar to human beings), severe, chronic or recurrent bouts of sneezing or nasal discharge suggest a more serious problem. Sneezing and nasal discharge often occur together.
Nasopharyngeal polyps are benign growths that can occur in the pharynx, the middle ear and even perforate through the tympanic membrane (ear drum). They occur mainly in cats and the exact cause is uncertain....
Rhinitis or sinusitis is an inflammation of the mucosa (lining) of the nasal cavity or sinuses. It is seen in both dogs and cats and there are a variety of causes.
Cytology is the evaluation of cells, either tissue or blood, under a microscope. Cytology can detect the presence of inflammation, infection, bacteria, fungi, parasites and cancer.
A chest radiograph (X-ray) is a procedure that allows your veterinarian to visualize tissue, organs and bones that lie beneath the skin of the chest cavity.
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