Asthma and Allergy Treatment in Felines

Causes

• Feline asthma is contracted as a result of an allergic reaction in the feline airway, ultimately causing respiratory problems. Allergies contracted by felines are most often caused from inhalants in the environment, like litter box dust or chemical sprays.

Prognosis

• Asthma and allergies in felines are treatable conditions. Depending on the severity of the cases, veterinarians will treat for one-time episodes or recurrent conditions.

Occasional Treatment

• Asthma attacks are detectable if the feline is wheezing, coughing or having trouble breathing. For felines that do not exhibit these symptoms on a regular basis, oral inhalers can be prescribed to use as needed.

Recurrent Treatment

• Felines who exhibit symptoms on a daily basis need to undergo more strenuous treatment. Veterinarians will typically prescribe anti-inflammatory drugs called oral corticosteroids as a daily treatment until the cat is back to normal health.

Preventive Care

• Preventive treatment is vital to avoid allergies and asthma. Feline weight should be monitored because being overweight can adversely affect the respiratory passages; inhalants in the environment should be controlled to ensure the cat is not adversely affected.