Internal and External Parasite Symptoms in Cats
Parasites in cats can lead to serious health problems in both internal organs and skin and hair. Parasites reduce your cat's quality of life and some can also be transmitted to humans. For this reason, it is very important to notice the symptoms early and take precautions.
Internal Parasites
- Round and tape worms: Abdominal swelling, weight loss, diarrhea, maturation in hair, seeing worms in the anus.
- Protozoa: Chronic diarrhea, loss of appetite, weakness.
- Symptoms: Swelling in the abdomen, weight loss, loss of appetite, maturation in hair, seeing blood or parasites in feces.
External Parasites
- Fleas:- Itching, shedding, redness on the skin, flea feces (black spots).
- Tick: Redness on the skin, itching, weakness, fever.
- Scabies and fungus: Scabbing on the skin, itching, shedding, redness.
- Ear mites: Dark colored dirt in the ears, excessive scratching, head shaking.
Protection and Treatment
- Have regular internal and external parasite applications done (with veterinary recommendation).
- Keep the environment where your cat lives clean.
- In cats going out, the risk of parasites is higher, tighten the checks.
- If there is a suspicion of parasite, apply to the veterinarian without losing time.
> Remember: Parasites can threaten both your and your cat's health. You can minimize these risks with regular checks and protective applications.