My cat has conjunctivitis, now coughing, sneezing, tired. Is it new?

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My cat has conjunctivitis she got eye drops but now she has this coughing sneezing thing that sounds girgly and she's more tired than usual is this from the conjunctivitis or something new. Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 2 years and 1 month old

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

It sounds like it could be something new, like a respiratory infection. I'd take Note Claw into the vet in the morning to have her checked out, and the vet can prescribe medication as needed. There are a few things you can do at home as well. First, you can try starting her on an L-lysine supplement - this is an amino acid that has been shown to help the immune system fight off respiratory infections more effectively. Enisyl and Viralys are both good brands, and can be purchased over the counter without a prescription - just follow the dosing instructions on the label based on your cat's weight. If she's congested, you can also try using a humidifier or bringing her into the bathroom with the door closed while you take a hot shower - the steam and humidity help to break up congestion and temporarily relieve symptoms associated with respiratory infections. I hope this helps.

My cat has conjunctivitis, now coughing, sneezing, tired. Is it new?

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