My cat is vomiting bile, listless, and not eating. What should I do?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 9 years and 5 months old
Vomiting bile then solids. One further episode of vomiting. Cat listless and not eating
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Published on December 29th, 2017
Poor Wee One. From what you're describing, she needs to see a veterinarian. It's a little hard to tell, but in her picture she looks thin and like she may have muscle loss. I'm concerned about kidney disease, diabetes, IBD, endocrine disease such as hyperthroidism, and liver/gallbladder issues. Really in cats, most issues would cause the symptoms you're seeing. Wee one's vet will likely run blood work, take some x-rays, and possibly recommend and abdominal ultrasound. If your regular vet isn't able to see her today or tomorrow, I'd recommend taking her to an emergency clinic. Good luck to you and Wee one.
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Published on January 9th, 2020
Hi, and thanks for your question. These signs could be compatible with an inflammation infection of the gastrointestinal system and surrounding organs (like pancreas and liver). A clinical examination at your local veterinarian is immediately essential to confirm these clinical suspicions and treat appropriately. Antibiotics and possibly further investigations (like abdominal imaging as ultrasound or radiographs) may be needed. Hope this answer was helpful, but please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further. If this answer was helpful please let us know, this will be used to improve our service!
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