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Why can't the cat meow?

Pet Knowledge
This article is provided by Veterinarian Dr. Elizabeth Kennedy
Cats unable to meow may be caused by congenital vocal cord hypoplasia, pharyngitis, vocal cord polyps, vocal cord cysts, etc. If you suffer from congenital vocal cord agenesis, it will affect the normal development of the vocal cords and lead to abnormal speech sounds. Suffering from pharyngitis, vocal cord polyps and vocal cord cysts can also cause damage to the vocal cords, as well as adverse reactions such as throat pain and difficulty swallowing. It is recommended that owners take their cats to a regular pet hospital for treatment in a timely manner.

1. Congenital vocal cord hypoplasia

It is usually caused by damage to the vocal cord development during the embryonic period, which will lead to immature vocal cord development, affect normal pronunciation, and cause the inability to make a sound. It is recommended that the owner wear a The cat goes to a regular hospital for examination, and then based on the examination results, it can be improved through surgical correction under the guidance of the doctor, which is conducive to the recovery of the vocal cords.

2. Pharyngitis

It is generally caused by bacterial and viral infections. Symptoms include sore throat, itchy throat, foreign body sensation, fever and other symptoms. As the disease progresses, it will lead to The throat mucosa is damaged, causing swelling, affecting normal speech, and causing the cat to be unable to meow. Antibiotics and antiviral medications can be taken under the guidance of a doctor.

3. Vocal cord polyps

Usually they are benign proliferative lesions. They are considered to be caused by excessive occurrence or improper occurrence, resulting in hoarseness and affecting normal vocalizations. In severe cases, they may cause If it causes loss of voice, polyps need to be surgically removed with the help of a doctor, which is beneficial to the control of the disease.

4. Vocal cord cyst

If you suffer from vocal cord cyst, it will cause damage to the vocal cord area, causing symptoms such as difficulty in speaking and pain in swallowing. In severe cases, it may cause difficulty in breathing and shock. , you need to follow the doctor's advice and improve it by surgically removing the cyst.