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My cat was treated for a URI. Why is she still losing weight?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Egyptian Mau | Female | spayed | 7.7 lbs

Could a URI be cause for weight loss even once the car has been treated for it?

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on January 9th, 2019

If the cat's appetite went down during the infection, then yes that could be a cause of the weight loss. There are other things that can cause weight loss, so I'd have Momma checked out by a vet to be safe. Best of luck.

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