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Roundworms are also known as ascarids and the disease they cause is called ascariasis. What are the clinical signs of roundworm infection? Roundworms are not particularly harmful to adult cats, but large numbers may cause life-threatening problems in kittens and debilitated older cats.
18 Φεβ 2024 · Kittens can get infected through the breastmilk of an infected cat. Kittens can also get infected by ingesting the roundworm eggs. Eating rodents that have consumed the larva can also...
24 Αυγ 2020 · Adult roundworms live in the intestines of infected cats, and according to Nichols, some of the most common signs of their presence include diarrhea, weight loss, low energy, poor haircoat, failure to thrive (meaning the kittens don’t grow as they should), and sometimes vomiting.
23 Μαΐ 2024 · Most kittens have at least a mild roundworm infection, and can present with symptoms if a lot of roundworms are present. A large or distended abdomen can indicate a parasitic infection. In heavy infections, symptoms include anemia, lethargy, and vomiting or diarrhea.
12 Μαρ 2001 · There are two species of roundworms affecting cats and kittens: Toxocara cati and Toxascaris leonina. Toxocara cati is generally felt to be more harmful to cats, but Toxascaris leonina is able to infect both dogs and cats.
How do cats get infected by roundworms? The most common route of roundworm transmission in kittens is transmammary or milk-borne infection. Larvae, the immature roundworms, can be found in the mother's mammary glands. During nursing, the larvae pass to her kittens in her milk.
22 Ιουλ 2020 · Roundworms, also known as ascarids, are parasites that live in the intestines and are very common in kittens. Some show symptoms and some don’t. The good news is treating roundworms is normally easy.
