Cat suddenly very clingy-suffering from UTI, could this be the reason?

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Enzo has always been somewhat of a cuddler. But since he was diagnosed with IBD and is currently suffering from a pretty nasty URI, (not UTI as incorrectly typed in the title) he's been extremely affectionate. Sleeping directly on me at night, following me around, jumping up to lay with me as soon as I lay down. Could this be a side effect of him not feeling well or should I be concerned there's even something more going on?
 
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It could be that he doesn't feel well, or it could be that he's feeling better from both the UTI and URI and his personality is coming out.
 

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I wouldn't worry about that. Maybe Enzo is picking up on your stress and trying to make you feel better. :)
Enjoy him; you are under vet care and will see the vet tomorrow. If you don't feel like you are getting what you need from this vet you can always get another opinion.

You've been handed a lot to digest over this past week with his IBD in itself. Then he gets a URI while you are still dealing with the loss of a new kitten because of a URI. It's obvious how much you love Enzo and you are doing all you should be.

You've received some excellent advice about IBD, lysine, feeding tubes and you've made sure Enzo has had some nourishment and hydration every day to support him. Love on your kitty and send him positive and healing thoughts :vibes:

You and Enzo will get through this and we will be here to support your efforts. :hugs:

Tina
 
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I wouldn't worry about that. Maybe Enzo is picking up on your stress and trying to make you feel better. :)
Enjoy him; you are under vet care and will see the vet tomorrow. If you don't feel like you are getting what you need from this vet you can always get another opinion.

You've been handed a lot to digest over this past week with his IBD in itself. Then he gets a URI while you are still dealing with the loss of a new kitten because of a URI. It's obvious how much you love Enzo and you are doing all you should be.

You've received some excellent advice about IBD, lysine, feeding tubes and you've made sure Enzo has had some nourishment and hydration every day to support him. Love on your kitty and send him positive and healing thoughts :vibes:

You and Enzo will get through this and we will be here to support your efforts. :hugs:

Tina
Thank you so so much. The advice has been invaluable. Today Enzo is at the vet getting a feeding tube placed (an e tube) X-rays of his chest and sinuses, and a culture of whatever is going on in his nose. So I'm praying for some much needed good news today. Thank you so much again!
 
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