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Cat with discolored nostrils, labored breathing, head shake. Is it serious?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | American Shorthair | Male | neutered | 10 lbs

I saw a cat today that had discolored nostrils and something sticking out of his nose his breathing was labored and he had a slight head shake getting up...I can't tell you too many details about the cat as he belongs to a girl I use to work with...but I wanna help that cat!

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on April 15th, 2017

Oh no, that poor cat! The symptoms you are describing sound very serious, and he needs to see a vet. I would speak to this girl to see if she is aware of the seriousness of his symptoms and if he is currently being treated by a vet. If he isn't, speak to her about the need to get him into a vet as soon as possible.

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