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Feline lower urinary tract disease (FLUTD) is a term that is used to cover many problems of the feline urinary tract, including stones and cystitis. The term feline urologic syndrome (FUS) is an older term which is still sometimes used for this condition. The terms plugged-penis syndrome and blocked cat syndrome also refer to this disorder. It is a common disease in adult cats. It may present as any of a variety of urinary tract problems, and can lead to a complete blockage of the urinary system, which if left untreated is fatal. FLUTD is not a specific diagnosis in and of itself, rather, it represents an array of problems within one body system.
FLUTD affects cats of both sexes, but tends to be more dangerous in males because they are more susceptible to blockages due to their longer, narrower urethrae. Urinary tract disorders have a high rate of recurrence, and some cats seem to be more prone to urinary problems than others.
Symptoms
Symptoms of the disease include prolonged squatting and straining during attempts to urinate, frequent trips to the litterbox or a reluctance to leave the area, small amounts of urine voided in each attempt, blood in the urine, howling, crying, or other vocalizations. Male cats may suffer complete blockage of the urethra, leading to painful bladder distension as the organ fills with urine. Kidney failure and uremia will follow within hours. A male cat may protrude its penis. The cat may seek seclusion, stop eating and drinking, begin to vomit, and become lethargic and eventually comatose as toxins accumulate in the bloodstream. This is a veterinary emergency which will lead to death if not treated. More on [ Feline lower urinary tract disease ]
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Feline Cystitis - Provides answers to frequently asked questions about FLUTD, also known as feline urologic syndrome (FUS).
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Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease - Fact sheet about this disease from the Cornell Feline Health Center.
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FUS (Feline Urinary Syndrome or FLUTD) - Answers to frequently asked questions about this disease including symptoms, causes and management of the condition.
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