Cat convulsions may be caused by dreaming, calcium deficiency, encephalitis, toxoplasmosis, epilepsy, poisoning, etc. First of all, if the convulsions are just caused by dreaming, it is a normal phenomenon. After being comforted by the owner, the bad emotions can subside on their own, so there is no need to worry too much. Secondly, if the body is experiencing convulsions, it is accompanied by other uncomfortable reactions, such as abnormal bone development, headache, If the cat is foaming at the mouth, etc., it is recommended that the owner take the cat to a regular pet hospital for a detailed examination in time, and then take corresponding treatment measures based on the examination results, which will help to promote recovery from the disease.
1. Dreaming
If a nightmare occurs during sleep, it will frighten the body and cause limb twitching. It is recommended that the owner comfort the cat in time, and generally no special treatment is required.
2. Calcium deficiency
If the cat is in the period of growth and development, it will lead to a lack of a large amount of calcium in the body, affecting the normal development of leg bones, causing leg muscle spasm and convulsions. This phenomenon needs to be improved by taking calcium tablets specifically for pets as directed by your doctor.
3. Encephalitis
It is mainly caused by pathogens infecting the brain parenchyma. Symptoms such as dizziness, head swelling and pain, disturbance of consciousness, and fever will occur. As the disease progresses, It causes damage to the cerebral cortex and involuntary twitching of the limbs, requiring antibiotics and antiviral medication as prescribed by a doctor.
4. Toxoplasmosis
It is usually an infectious disease caused by Toxoplasma gondii infection. Symptoms such as headache and loss of appetite will occur. When the body's immunity is low, it will cause convulsions throughout the body. In some cases, it is necessary to follow the doctor's advice and take anti-parasitic drugs to improve the condition.
5. Epilepsy
If the cat itself suffers from epilepsy, the disease will cause convulsions throughout the body and may also lead to loss of consciousness. Anti-epileptic drugs can be taken under the guidance of a doctor. medical treatement.
6. Poisoning
If cats are given expired food and medicine without permission, it will lead to poisoning, foaming at the mouth, and convulsions. The method of gastric lavage and vomiting was improved under the doctor's operation.
