Treatment
Treatment involves relieving the obstruction, maintaining normal fluid balance, preventing infection, dissolving the crystals/sand, and preventing recurrence. Unfortunately, many cats will become blocked again in spite of all our efforts. In cats that have repeated bouts of FUS, it may be recommended that surgery be performed to enlarge the exit diameter of the urethra.
Cause
The exact cause of this syndrome is unknown, although diet plays a role. It is known that diets that are higher in certain minerals (ie. magnesium, ammonium, phosphate) and diets that turn the urine more alkaline rather than acidic formation of crystals/sand in the bladder predisposing cats to FUS.
Signs
Early signs include frequent attempts to urinate (often mistaken for constipation), blood in the urine, excessive licking of the penis. Following urethral obstruction signs progress to vomiting, abdominal pain, walking abnormally, poor appetite, listlessness, depression, coma, and death.
Prevention includes:
1. Dietary management (dissolving then preventing formation of crystals).
2. Careful use of urinary acidifiers.
3. Providing easy and constant access to water and a CLEAN litter box.
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De Anza Veterinary Clinic
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Bladder Infections
Feline Urologic Syndrome
General Information
FUS is a condition affecting some cats (male and female) where crystals, sand or grit-like material forms in the bladder causing inflammation (cystitis) and bleeding. Mucus produced in the inflamed bladder mixes with crystals/sand to form plugs as they pass out the urethra, causing obstruction and inability to pass any urine. Complete urethral obstruction occurs more often in male cats due to a narrower urethral opening. Obstruction results in retention of kidney waste products that build up in the blood causing death within 24 to 48 hours. This is an emergency situation requiring immediate attention.
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De Anza Veterinary Clinic
408-996-1411
Where your pets health is our top priority!
Veterinary Care for Dogs, Cats, Birds, Reptiles, Rabbits, Ferrets & Rodents
