Priority: High

Overview

• Needs a veterinary appointment within 12 hours.
• If it is after hours, closely monitor your cat.
• If your cat’s condition worsens, seek emergency care.
• If symptoms change, repeat and revise the Symptom Checker.

Symptom Considerations

• Do not give your cat any medications.
• A video of the pain response can be helpful.
• Your veterinarian may be able to find the source of the pain with a physical examination.
• See this pain scoring chart to understand how your cat's pain is assessed.
• Some questions to prepare for:
  • Have you given your cat any medication?
  • Has your cat had painful episodes in the past? When? Were they similar?
  • How would you describe your cat's behavior?
• Your cat may need:
  • X-rays
  • Blood work
  • Pain relievers

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