Initial symptoms are generally not obvious. As the disease progresses, symptoms such as difficulty breathing, arrhythmia, lethargy, and fainting may appear. When owners find that their cats are lethargic, mentally ill, panting, etc., they should take the cats to the pet hospital for diagnosis in a timely manner. In normal times, you should prepare foods that are nutritious and suitable for the cat’s constitution, and take measures to keep the cat warm according to the season and the cat’s own constitution.

1. What are the symptoms of feline hypertrophic heart disease< /p>

Feline hypertrophic heart disease has almost no clinical symptoms in the early stage Yes, routine examinations can only detect heart murmurs, galloping sounds or abnormal rhythms. Many cats may only be diagnosed with obvious and severe clinical symptoms, such as acute pulmonary edema or systemic thromboembolism.This disease. The average age of onset is 6 years old, ranging from 8 months to 16 years old. About 75% of cases are males.

2. How to treat cardiac hypertrophy in cats

The treatment plan for cats with hypertrophic heart disease is to use drugs containing beta-blockers and oral anticoagulants to prevent thrombosis. If the cat has hypertrophic cardiomyopathy and is also accompanied by pulmonary edema, it is recommended to use diuretics for the cat, observe the cat's dehydration, and replenish the cat with water if necessary. If there is no pulmonary edema, it is recommended not to use diuretics or to use them for a short period of time. If your cat’s mouth and tongue turn purple, it is recommended to send it to a pet hospital for examination and treatment immediately.