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Cat's body suddenly smells bad

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This article is provided by Veterinarian Dr. Emma Watson
Sudden odor in cats may be caused by lack of cleaning for a long time, functional indigestion, gingivitis, periodontitis, oral ulcers, parasitic infection, etc. First of all, if it is just caused by not washing the skin for a long time, then the occurrence of odor is a normal physiological phenomenon, and it can return to normal after washing the skin without special treatment. Secondly, if the body is accompanied by other symptoms, such as nausea and vomiting, swollen gums, bad breath, itchy skin, etc., then the sudden odor from the body is abnormal and needs to be treated with medication. If necessary, the owner is advised to take the cat for medical treatment.

1. Not washed for a long time

Cats like to play in the grass, and if they are not bathed in time, a large amount of dirt may appear on the skin surface, accompanied by a foul smell. Cats need to be bathed and groomed regularly to remove body odor.

2. Functional dyspepsia

Usually caused by long-term overeating and abnormal autoimmune mechanisms, symptoms such as loss of appetite, vomiting, and acid reflux will occur. If not improved, it may lead to The body smells bad. You can take medications to promote digestion under the guidance of your doctor.

3. Gingivitis

It is a disease caused by dental plaque attacking the gums. It will cause local inflammation, bad breath, gum swelling, pain and other symptoms. You will smell it when it comes into contact with the cat's body. Body odor. You need to take pet-specific antibiotics as directed by your doctor.

4. Periodontitis

It is a chronic inflammation that occurs in the periodontal tissue. It is mainly caused by the invasion of periodontal tissue by bacteria in dental plaque. It will cause red and swollen gums and periodontal pockets. Symptoms include pus overflow, loose teeth, and a foul odor in the mouth. Antibiotics can be taken under the guidance of a doctor.

5. Oral ulcers

Usually caused by pathogenic infection, it can lead to oral mucosal ulcers, with symptoms such as odor, ulcer spots, and pain. You need to take anti-inflammatory drugs and painkillers as directed by your doctor.

6. Parasitic infection

Usually caused by parasites infecting the skin, symptoms such as skin itching, redness, swelling, and pain may occur. In severe cases, it may cause local suppuration and odor. It is necessary to use external anthelmintic drugs according to the doctor's advice.

During the treatment, it is necessary to adjust the eating habits and feed the cat food with high nutritional value and low oil to avoid damage to the stomach and affect the recovery of the disease.