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Cat losing weight and vomiting.

Species: Cat
Breed: Siamese
Age: 8-11 years
Sebastian was always a little overweight. Recently he has started losing weight, throwing up and his stomach is always making gurgling/growling noises. Everyone tells me that he's just overeating and making himself sick, but I'm starting to worry because it seems to be more frequent now.

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Dr. Marie replied:

I always get concerned when a cat is losing weight. There are a few reasons for a cat to be vomiting and losing weight:


  • Hyperthyroidism

  • Kidney problems

  • Liver problems

  • Inflammatory Bowel Disease

  • Intestinal Lymphoma



There are other possible diseases as well.

I would highly recommend you have your vet examine him and do some bloodwork. Many of these problems are treatable.

Hope all is well!

Dr. Marie.

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