Urinary tract infections in cats
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Urinary tract infections in cats
Urinary tract infections in cats happen when bacteria invade the urinary system. The urinary tract includes the kidneys, ureters, bladder and urethra. Cystitis, a bladder infection, is the most common UTI. Bacterial infections are uncommon in young cats but more likely in females and older cats with other illnesses. Symptoms range from mild to life-threatening.
Urinary tract infections, or UTIs, happen when bacteria, usually from the skin or bum, get into the urinary system and overcome the body’s defences. Infections in the bladder and urethra are lower urinary tract infections. Upper urinary tract infections involve the kidney(s) and ureter(s). Only 1-2% of all cats get a bacterial UTI in their lifetime. But it can cause life-threatening complications of common illnesses in older cats. Always talk to a vet if you think your cat has a UTI.
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