Sick Kitty

lor5

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I am taking my cat in to the vet today, but I need some peace of mind...

My cat, Quinn, has kidney disease and bad teeth, probably to the point of some sort of dental disease.  She is on food to help her with her kidneys and gets fluids from the vet.  

Yesterday, I woke up to a very meowy kitty. She wouldn't leave me alone.  I noticed she has thrown up, but she does this with the kidney food, when she needs her cerenia pill. I noticed she was kind of "licking her lips" and trying to get something from her throat later on.  (She's done this when she gets a treat that sticks in her teeth).  I tried giving her her pill and that was not working out, so I crushed it in her food.  

She has since thrown up 4 times, bile/water every time.  She seems to be acting normal and played a little bit this AM.  

Does she have something stuck in her throat?  She's never thrown up this much, even when I began switching her to her new food.  

Is it something dental related?  If so, how well do cats take being put under? 

I'm freaking out a bit.
 

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Sounds like she's nauseous to me, but the question is what's causing that nausea. I'm glad you're taking her in to the vet today. Throwing up four times like that is a bit worrying.
As for her teeth, she's about 5 or 6 years old right? IMO, if you're going to address her teeth issues, do it now while she's younger. The older they get, the more worry there is about putting them under. Of course your vet will know about any other concerns with the dental procedure in your case as she has kidney issues and medication.

Good luck at the vet and let us know what they say. :cross:
 
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The vet said it was probably nausea related to the kidney disease.  She got fluids because she was dehydrated, a shot for nausea, and a shot of antibiotics for her gums/teeth.  She seemed better after the vet visit and is doing great this morning!  
 

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The meds probably helps and the fluids will almost always perk up a sick kitty. This is something you can learn to do at home if its going to be needed often. Wasn't sure how far the kidney disease is. I have not done this but I do have a "pre" kidney girl who is getting watered down wet food and its so far keeping her numbers lower than they were this past summer...I am sure your kitty feels so much better! Keep us posted!
 
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