My cat still limps after disc surgery. Is it nerve damage or pain?

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I need help! 6 weeks ago my 6 year old cat had surgery for a herniated disc. I have no idea how it happened, he doesn't go outside. After surgery they told me his right back leg was weak, but should recover. He is still limping. Vet said it may be permanent nerve damage and hasn't responded again. I'm terrified he is in pain. Is there still hope? I can't let him live in pain. He is eating. He has to be sedated at the vet because of aggression with strangers so physiotherapy isn't an option. I'm. Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | 6 years and 4 months old | 9 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

Poor Pepe! He could be limping because he is in pain, but he could be limping due to decreased feeling to the leg from the nerve damage. It does take a long time for nerves to fully regrow, so hopefully there still may be a chance that he could regain function in his leg. If you are concerned that Pepe is in pain, then I would speak to your vet about pain medications for him. Do not give him any human pain medications, many are toxic to cats and are fatal if given. It's only been six weeks since surgery, and it can take up to a couple of months for full recovery to occur. I would speak to your vet about possibly putting him on pain medications, and give him a little more time to see if he does regain full function in his leg.

My cat still limps after disc surgery. Is it nerve damage or pain?

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