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Why is my cat still coughing and has phlegm again after vet care?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Turkish Angora | Female | spayed | 4 years old | 9 lbs

i took my cat to the vet a couple of days ago, she was coughing and sneezing, he gave her four shots for three days straight and she was fine, but now she's back to coughing and phlegm i hear when she purrs.. im unsure what to do

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Answered By Dr. Macartney, BVet Med, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on September 28th, 2017

I am so sorry that Duchess is so unwell. I believe it is time for fimurther investigation possibly incudking chest X-rays. The vet will hopefully be able to diagnose the cause of the mucus in Duchess's lungs and make a treatment plan accordingly. It is possible she has pneumonia, an infection, a parasite infestation, or even some cancers. In the meantime you might find she could benefit from coupage to help dislodge some of the mucus. It is a technique if patting the chest and here is how to do it; https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=IENtJvc8sus This could be done a few times a day to help her while you wait for the vet appointment.

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