As you know, pancreatitis in cats is of two main types: acute and chronic, each of which has a number of differences. What is the danger of this or that variety of this disease?
Acute pancreatitis in cats
Acute pancreatitis in cats, in contrast to chronic, is dangerous primarily because it develops not just quickly, but truly rapidly. Its signs and symptoms are pronounced, and therefore it is so important when they appear urgently to hurry to the veterinarian, while the changes are still reversible and there is a chance to cure the pet with minimal losses.
Most often, pancreatic exacerbation occurs in the animal immediately after ingestion, after which the animal's condition rapidly deteriorates within a few hours.
At best, acute pancreatitis in cats is manifested by vomiting and diarrhea, body temperature increases, the pet falls into apathy. These symptoms clearly indicate that urgent veterinary care is needed, as well as a thorough examination. But in the event that, due to severe pain, the cat falls into a shock state and takes an unusual posture: the front legs are extended forward, the thorax completely touches the floor, while the back part is raised, and the legs are bent, the situation is critical. There is a high probability that the animal will fall into shock and may die before the arrival of a specialist, and therefore it is important not to admit such a state and hurry to a specialized clinic.
Chronic pancreatitis in cats
As for chronic pancreatitis, it develops gradually and the main reason for the occurrence of such an ailment is exocrine insufficiency, as a result of which the food is not digested properly. As a result, the cat loses weight, its condition worsens, and the consequences of such a disease can be truly irreversible.
It is important to understand that in case of chronic pancreatitis, as with acute pancreatitis, it is very important to take care of a healthy and healthy diet, because at the slightest violation, the specialists appointed menu, this ailment can seriously worsen and become acute.
Both chronic and acute forms of pancreatitis are equally dangerous, and require strict adherence to prescribed dietary norms, as well as constant monitoring by an experienced veterinarian. Each of these varieties of the disease can turn into the most severe complications that can lead not only to the strongest painful sensations, but also the death of the pet, and therefore the enlightened cat will need special care from the owners.