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How to distinguish stages 1, 2, 3 and 4 of renal failure in cats

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This article is provided by Veterinarian Dr. Ethan Carter
Renal failure generally refers to kidney failure. The first, second, third and fourth stages of renal failure in cats can generally be distinguished through clinical manifestations, examination results and other methods. If this happens, the owner should take the cat to a regular hospital for treatment in time. With the help of standardized and effective treatment, symptoms can be effectively relieved.

1. Clinical manifestations

If it is necessary to distinguish the first, second, third and fourth stages of feline renal failure, it can generally be distinguished by clinical manifestations. First of all, there are basically no obvious clinical symptoms in the first stage of feline renal failure. In the second stage of feline renal failure, cats may experience symptoms such as increased urine output and mild dehydration. Secondly, cats in the third stage of renal failure will generally show symptoms such as oliguria and no urination. Finally, if your cat's kidney failure has reached stage four, uremia may develop. It is recommended that the owner take the cat to a regular pet hospital for examination in time, and with the help of a doctor, symptomatic treatment can be given based on the examination results.

2. Examination results

In addition to distinguishing the first, second, third and fourth stages of cat renal failure based on clinical manifestations, the results can also be used to distinguish them. First of all, in the first stage of cat renal failure, there are generally no obvious abnormalities in the test results. Secondly, in the second stage of cat renal failure, the examination results will show mild anemia. In the third stage of cat renal failure, severe anemia, abnormal creatinine indicators, etc. are usually found in the test results. Finally, if you enter stage four of renal failure, severe renal anemia will generally appear as a result of the test. You need to go to the hospital in time to avoid delaying the condition and aggravating the symptoms.

If the above symptoms occur, the cat should be taken to a regular pet hospital for examination in time. The doctor will provide standardized and effective treatment based on the examination results, which can alleviate the cat's physical discomfort. In daily life, cats should be allowed to rest more to ensure that the living environment is clean and quiet, which is conducive to recovery.