My old cat vomited, won't eat, is lethargic, and twitching. What to do?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Female | spayed
F, cat. 13 yr old. Vomited last evening now won't eat/drink, is lethargic and seems in pain upper abdomen/lower chest. Abdomen sunken and some twitching in various places on body?
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Published on July 16th, 2017
Hi, Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. I am sorry to hear Leiu isn't feeling well. I think it is best that she sees a veterinarian based on what you are describing. The twitching and the pain is the most concerning. Causes in an older cat: metabolic issues (liver, kidney failure, diabetes), cancer, pancreatitis, foreign body, or it could just be a virus. I've seen cats twitch when their blood pressure and blood sugar is low. It also could be from different electrolyte abnormalities. Good luck!
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Published on February 11th, 2018
It sounds as this cat is suffering from a gastrointestinal condition, possibly an infection. it could also be due to ingestion of a foreign body material. i would recommend taking him to the vet the first chance you get, he will need to be checked first, if the vet thinks it's a simple gastrointestinal infection he will need an anti vomiting injection, antibiotics and a special food for a few days in order to get better.
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