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- Trouble passing urine
- Painful urination
- Frequent urination
- Blood in the urine
- Abdominal tenderness
- Swollen bladder
- Lack of appetite
- Lethargy
- Fever
- Bladder discoloration
- Incontinence or bladder leakage
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Capillaria feliscati – this is the hairworm most commonly found in the bladder or urinary tract of cats
- Capillaria plica – this hairworm causes similar symptoms, but is found more frequently in dogs
- Capillaria putorii – this hairworm is more common in the gastrointestinal tract or stomach
- Antiparasitics – This category of treatment kills the infectious parasites in the cat’s system. There are numerous versions available that can effectively treat hairworms. Your veterinarian may choose an oral or injectable version. Multiple treatments may be required.
- Analgesics – This type of painkiller may be used if your cat is exhibiting signs of pain. Your veterinarian will determine the appropriate dose for your pet’s size. Many animals will not have any pain associated with capillariasis, and this treatment will not be required.
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