Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Chronic cough and wheeze in cats diagnosis and treatment
By Mardell, Ellie·Published in In Practice·2007·View original on Crossref →
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Original publication title: Investigation and treatment of feline chronic bronchial disease
- Species:
- cat
Plain-English summary
A domestic cat with a chronic cough or wheeze may be suffering from a condition similar to human chronic bronchial disease. This issue can be persistent or come and go, and its severity can vary. While treatments are still mostly focused on relieving symptoms, inhaled therapies are becoming more common and show promise based on human medicine experiences. It's important for pet owners to discuss these options with their veterinarian to find the best approach for managing their cat's breathing problems.
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Abstract
DOMESTIC cats presenting with a chronic cough or wheeze are encountered with some frequency in small animal practice. The problem may be persistent or episodic, and can vary widely in severity. Clinically, many cases resemble human chronic bronchial disease but, with much still to learn about the feline disease, terms as specific as ‘feline asthma’ and ‘chronic bronchitis’ may be misleading. This article reviews the options for investigation available to the veterinary clinician, which are limited compared with the techniques used in the medical field. As discussed, inhaled therapy is becoming an increasingly important component of therapy, again based on experiences gained in human medicine, but at present treatment remains essentially symptomatic.
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Search related cases →Original publication on Crossref: https://doi.org/10.1136/inpract.29.3.138