SAA refers to serum amyloid A. High serum amyloid A in cats indicates inflammation and infection in the body. Consider gastroenteritis, pancreatitis, arthritis, bacterial pneumonia, viral pneumonia, tumors, renal failure, etc. When the body suffers from the above diseases, it needs timely treatment with general treatment, oral antibiotics, analgesics and antiviral drugs, and it also needs to be improved through chemical treatment and surgery. Active and effective treatment can control the spread of the disease and achieve clinical results. Healing Purpose. If the condition is more serious, it is recommended that the owner take the cat to a regular pet hospital for treatment.
1. Gastroenteritis
Usually caused by bacterial infection and unhealthy eating habits, it can cause damage to the gastrointestinal mucosa, causing abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea and other symptoms. When the body is infected by bacteria, It will lead to an increase in serum amyloid A levels. You need to adjust your eating habits and eat easy-to-digest foods, mainly canned cats and cat food. You also need to take antibiotics as directed by your doctor.
2. Pancreatitis
Usually caused by biliary tract infection, it will cause damage to the affected area, symptoms such as increased blood sugar, increased bowel movements, vomiting, etc. If not improved in time, it will cause irritation. Amyloid A is secreted in the serum, resulting in elevated levels. You need to follow your doctor’s advice and take antibiotics specifically designed for pets.
3. Arthritis
If you suffer from arthritis, symptoms such as joint swelling, pain, and stiffness will occur. It will also cause changes in the body's metabolic rate, causing the symptoms discussed above. It can be improved by taking antibiotics and analgesic drugs as directed by your doctor.
4. Bacterial pneumonia
It is mainly caused by bacterial infection of the lungs. Symptoms such as cough, sputum, shortness of breath, and difficulty swallowing will occur. If not treated in time, it will Causes abnormal secretion of amyloid A in serum. You can improve by taking antibiotics as directed by your doctor.
5. Viral pneumonia
It is caused by viral infection of the lungs. Symptoms such as shortness of breath and wheezing are likely to occur after illness. When the amount of virus in the body increases, the above symptoms will appear. You need to take antiviral medication as directed by your doctor.
6. Tumor
If you have a tumor, as the size of the tumor increases, the secretion of amyloid A will increase, resulting in a high level. You can follow the doctor’s advice to treat it through chemotherapy. treat.
7. Renal failure
It is caused by a variety of kidney diseases, such as glomerulonephritis, diabetes, kidney disease, etc., which can lead to damage to the glomerular filtration rate and the formation of amyloid A Accumulation in the body leads to an increase in the content, which requires surgical treatment under the operation of a doctor.
During the treatment, the cat’s physical condition should be observed at any time. If there is an abnormal reaction in the body, you need to seek medical treatment in time, otherwise it will affect the body’s recovery.
