Recovery and prognosis will depend on the severity of the condition and the effectiveness of treatment. Always follow your vet’s post-treatment instructions carefully. Always administer any prescribed medications exactly as directed for the full duration of the treatment period.
In most cases, your cat will recover from yellow fat disease within a month following treatment, though recovery may also be as quick as one week. Your vet may advise that you administer the vitamin E supplement for up to one month after clinical signs have resolved. This can help prevent recurrence of the condition.
On the return home, your cat may not want to eat. If this is the case, you will have to force feed them. You may want to try a tuna flavored food that is safe for cats. Do not continue to feed your cat canned tuna, liver, or other fish made for human consumption. Though it is a common conception that cats love fish, feeding them canned fish is extremely harmful for them. For guidance regarding your cat’s diet, consult your vet.
Various pet sites and sources recommend administering tuna made for human consumption only as a special treat. However, eliminating this tuna completely from your cat’s diet is recommended, particularly if they are suffering or have suffered from yellow fat disease.
Your vet may schedule follow-up appointments as needed to monitor the condition. If you have any questions regarding your cat’s new diet, or if the condition does not seem to be improving despite treatment, contact your vet immediately.