Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Giardia infection causing diarrhea in cats and treatment options
By Janeczko, Stephanie & Griffin, Brenda·Published in Compendium (Yardley, PA)·2010·Animal Care and Control of New York City, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Giardia infection in cats.
- Species:
- cat
Plain-English summary
A cat with diarrhea and possible weight loss was diagnosed with a Giardia infection, a common intestinal parasite. While many cats with Giardia show no symptoms, this cat needed treatment due to its gastrointestinal issues. The veterinarian used a combination of medications, fenbendazole and metronidazole, which are often recommended for treating this infection. With the right treatment and care, the cat was able to recover and manage the infection effectively.
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Abstract
The protozoon Giardia duodenalis is a common gastrointestinal parasite of cats. While most Giardia-infected cats are asymptomatic, acute small bowel diarrhea, occasionally with concomitant weight loss, may occur. Giardia poses a diagnostic challenge, but newer tests, including a commercially available ELISA kit, have improved clinicians' ability to obtain an accurate diagnosis. Several treatment options have been reported, and although none has been shown to be universally effective, most cases can be successfully managed with drug therapy, supportive measures, and environmental control. Current recommendations suggest that combination therapy with fenbendazole and metronidazole may be the safest, most effective treatment option for symptomatic cats.
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