Why do kittens lose control of their back legs?
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Why do kittens lose control of their back legs?
The most common cause of rear limb paralysis in cats is a blood clot that goes to the back leg, called a saddle thrombus or arterial thromboembolism (ATE). This clot blocks blood flow to the affected limb(s). A clot in the back leg suddenly causes the cat to be unable to put full weight on the affected leg.
How long can a cat live with saddle thrombus?
Median survival of saddle thrombus cats with heart failure is 77 days while median survival of saddle thrombus cats without heart failure is 223 days. The good news is that permanent limb damage is the exception and not the rule but it is possible.
How do I know if my kitten is paralyzed?
Signs to watch for include:
- Inability to use or move portions of the body including neck, head, tongue, legs, tail or back.
- Improper or stumbling gait.
- Cat stepping on its own toes.
- Difficulty breathing.
- Uncontrolled twitching.
- Extreme slowness of moving distinguishable from lethargy.
Can worms cause paralysis in cats?
Roundworms – this common type of parasite affects various regions of the body, including the brain and spinal column. Varieties that can infest the brain include, Baylisascaris procyonis which can cause brain and eye damage, Dirofilaria immitis or heartworm, and Gurlita paralysans, which causes paralysis.
Is saddle thrombosis in cats treatable?
Treatment. A saddle thrombus is a very serious condition that sadly, despite treatment, most cats don’t survive. Your cat will need hospitalisation for intensive treatment and nursing care.
What are the signs of a blood clot in a cat?
Symptoms of Excessive Blood Clotting in Cats
- Cold rear limbs.
- Weakness.
- Sudden paralysis.
- Dragging of limbs.
- Vomiting.
- Difficulty breathing.
- Crying.
Can paralysis in cats be cured?
If the cause of the paralysis is infection or a slipped disc, the condition will be treated with either medicine, surgery or therapy. Tumors or blockages of blood supply may be repaired surgically, depending on the vulnerability of the location. Some paralyzed cats recover very quickly.