My kitten has persistent diarrhea. Should I take him to the vet?

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Nuru has been having diarrhea ever since I got him when he was a 4 week old kitten, do I have to take him into the vet and be seen or can I do something for him at home. Pet's info: Cat | Bristol | Male | unneutered | 8 months and 7 days old | 10 lbs

Stephanie Echols, DVM · Accepted Answer

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Because this has been going on for so long, I recommend taking Nuru to a vet for a physical exam and a stool sample test. He could have microscopic parasites that need to be treated. Not all dewormer medications treat all intestinal parasites so it helps to know what he has. If that test is negative, I would recommend an infectious disease test (leukemia/FIV). If all that is normal, the vet can discuss his nutrition. Good luck and kisses to Nuru!

My kitten has persistent diarrhea. Should I take him to the vet?

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