My cat has flat worms, are they tapeworms? What should I do next?

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Hi our cat has a lot of flat type worms several sizes we are treating for tape worms. Pet's info: Cat | Manx | Male | neutered | 16 years and 10 months old | 6 lbs

Dr. Dayna, DVM, CVA · Accepted Answer

Hi there. Small white flat worms are typically tapeworm segments, but not always. The pictures posted are real tough to identify with the reflective surface behind it. Tapeworm therapy is appropriate, but a full fecal exam is recommended to make sure there isn’t another parasite that should be treated differently. Good luck to you and Thor!

My cat has flat worms, are they tapeworms? What should I do next?

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