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4 Οκτ 2023 · An older cat losing weight may signal a health problem or the need for a dietary change. Explore common causes of weight loss and how to help.
1 Σεπ 2009 · Weight loss is common in older cats and is often the result of several, sometimes interacting, conditions. Reduced appetite is not the subject of this article, although it would be a common cause of weight loss. Physiological weight loss may occur as a consequence of ageing changes.
3 Οκτ 2024 · Older cats can lose weight for several reasons, including dental disease, oral pain, digestive issues, cancer, and systemic diseases, such as diabetes and hyperthyroidism. Most veterinarians ...
1 Ιουλ 2006 · Healthy animals can experience weight loss, but in a geriatric cat, a subtle decrease in weight can also be the first indication of illness. For example, cats with small intestinal disease may lose weight before exhibiting anorexia, vomiting, or diarrhea.
Many causes of weight loss in older cats are at least amenable to supportive care and some are curable. Clinical challenges: Weight loss is a non-specific change and, while often a sensitive indicator of ill health, does not readily point to the diagnosis.
2 Νοε 2020 · This article considers the most common causes of weight loss in the older cat through review of the definitions and pathophysiology of muscle loss, and examining the most common...
2 Νοε 2020 · This article considers the most common causes of weight loss in the older cat through review of the definitions and pathophysiology of muscle loss, and examining the most common concurrent metabolic and endocrine diseases associated with weight loss in the older feline patient.
