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its kelsey again, can she die from this kidney problem? I am so sad about the news. Does it hurt her?
HI Kelsey,
Yes she can die if that is indeed the problem - please take her to the emergency vet right away, the sooner she is treated the better her chances are.
Bladder infections are painful and are one of the leading causes of cats urinating outside the litterbox. Left untreated the infection spreads up the ureter and into the kidney, where it is very dangerous.
Here is more information about how to control and prevent urinary tract problems... but first please call the vet!
http://catnet.stanford.edu/articles/litterbox.html
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Tina
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I can answer questions on: cat nutrition and diet, behavior, behavior problems, training, general health, socialization/taming feral cats, TVAR, trapping feral cats, feline nutrition, and cat care. My favorite questions are on the topic of nutrition and I have special experience with hyperthyroidism in cats. Please do NOT ask me if you should take your cat to the vet - if you have any reason to suspect your cat is ill or injured please call your vet immediately!
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5 years as volunteer adoption co-ordinator for a nonprofit volunteer cat rescue group. Experience working in a veterinary clinic. Current occupation: Research Scientist.
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MS Biomedical Science
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