My cat has severe gingivitis & drooling. Should I test for Bartonella?

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My two tr old cat has bad gingivitis. Has always had it sence i got her at 5 months. We had her teeth cleaned and three teeth removed back in July. Her gums where the rest of her teeth are getting worse. She is now drooly. The vet suggested that i may want to test her for Bartonella. Should I see if its Bartonella or realize its feline oral diseas?

Dr. Strydom, DVM · Accepted Answer

There is never any harm in having more information. If your vet recommended the Bartonella testing and you can afford to do it financially then I would say to have it done. If it is Bartonella you may be able to institute some treatment to help. I am assuming she has already been tested for FIV and FeLV? If not then I would suggest you get her tested for those as well. Hope this helps.

My cat has severe gingivitis & drooling. Should I test for Bartonella?

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