Liver Disease in Cats
Symptoms of Liver Disease in Cats
The indicators of liver disease in cats can be a bit ambiguous because they are similar to symptoms of many other diseases and illnesses. They include lethargy, loss of appetite, dehydration, weight loss, vomiting or diarrhea, and fever. More symptoms of more severe disease might include seizures, high fever, dark urine and a distended abdomen.
If you notice that these changes in your cat are accompanied by a yellowing of the eyes (and sometimes the tongue, gums or skin), then that's an indicator there may be a problem with his liver. Of course, any of the other symptoms are still enough to warrant a trip to your cat's veterinarian. Even if all signs point toward liver disease, your veterinarian can't provide a definitive diagnosis without a blood test.
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