My FIV+ cat's URI isn't getting better after 11 days. What can I do?

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I have a cat 10years old he is FIV positive, he has uri infection today is his 11 day in treatment and he doesn’t look any better. He was on clavamox for 7 days now is on Doxycycline for the last 4 days. I syringe feed him twice daily, also give him Fortiflora and lysine w his food, also I take him to the vet for liquids. What else I can do? Is he going to get better? Please advice! Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Male | neutered | 13 lbs

David Darvishian · Accepted Answer

Hi and thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Sorry to hear about Silvester. Since he has FIV, the recovery period may take a little longer for this URI. If this was a suspected or confirmed herpes virus infection URI, I would advise using famciclovir if it doesn't start resolving. Famvir is an antiviral and helps to disrupt viral replication, thus directly treating the viral infection if that is the cause. Another thing I would try is humidified air treatments. Turn on a hot shower in a bathroom and let the room fill with the steam. Place Silvester in there for 10-15 minute treatments. This will help to hydrate his respiratory system. Sounds like everything else you are doing is exactly what I would recommend. I definitely prefer Doxy especially in these stubborn URI cases. You may also consult your vet about using some type of saline nasal drops also. Good luck with Silvester. I hope he gets over this soon. Another thing I always try to address is the intestinal parasite issue because intestinal parasites will affect the nutritional status of the pet, which will ultimately affect their overall health and their ability to fight off disease.

My FIV+ cat's URI isn't getting better after 11 days. What can I do?

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