Roundworms are not particularly harmful to adult cats, but large numbers may cause life-threatening problems in kittens and debilitated older cats. In kittens, common clinical signs include a pot-bellied appearance, abdominal discomfort, depressed appetite, dull hair coat, vomiting and diarrhea, or poor growth.
What happens if roundworms go untreated in cats?
What happens if worms go untreated in cats? Depending on the type and severity of infection, worm infestations that remain untreated can lead to serious health issues for your cat – including malnutrition, severe anemia, and intestinal obstructions – which can become life-threatening.
Can cats recover from roundworms?
Recovery of Roundworms in Cats Unless the roundworms have gone undiagnosed and/or untreated long enough to cause more serious health problems, otherwise healthy kittens and cats that receive deworming treatment will likely have a good prognosis.
What should I do if my cat has roundworms?
Generally, kitties dealing with roundworms can be given specific drugs to kill roundworms and their larvae. This “worming” medication is important because it helps get the cat healthy and also helps prevent them from contaminating the rest of their (and your) environment, like other pets.
How long does it take for roundworm to go away in cats?
Despite how troublesome they are, treating roundworms is relatively easy through oral medications like SENTRY Worm Away for Cats, which uses magnesium stearate to kill any roundworms present in your cat's system. These capsules work over a period of 2-3 weeks, with the slight possibility of requiring re-treatment.
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