My 4-year-old cat has wobbly legs, fever, lethargy. What's wrong?

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Our cat about a week and a half ago began with back wobbly legs and a slight fever. Went to the vet 2 times now and waiting on lab work. She has been on enrofloxacin and doxy so far but is still wobbly and lethargic. She eats well and drinks well, goes to the bathroom with minimal assistance. She is 4 and never had health issues. Goes outside but always inside at night. Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 4 years and 4 months old

Sara Farmer, DVM · Accepted Answer

Difficulty walking could be a sign of neurologic disease, and infection would be a concern for a cat Fluff's age. Some parasites like toxoplasmosis can cause neurologic disease, as can viruses like the feline immunodeficiency virus. Difficulty walking could also be related to trauma but this might be more obvious on an exam. If the labs are not conclusive, a referral to a neurology specialist might be recommended as sometimes advanced diagnostics like an MRI and/or spinal tap are necessary for a diagnosis. If she continues to eat and drink normally and does not seem painful I'd wait for test results to come back and discuss the next step with your veterinarian.

My 4-year-old cat has wobbly legs, fever, lethargy. What's wrong?

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