Kitten threw up a worm. Should I go to the vet or buy medicine?

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This morning, our three month old kitten threw up and there was a worm in the vomit. The worm looked like a roundworm. We don't know if we should wait for a vet appointment or go and buy medicine immediately. Would it be better to go to the vet and wait possibly a few days or go and buy store bought medication for roundworm? She was adopted less than three weeks ago, so we think she got it in the shelter. Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed | 2 months and 24 days old | 3 lbs

Sarah Derksen, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hi. Poor sprinkles. I would recommend waiting for a medication from the veterinarian. The medications coming from the veterinarian will work a lot better than over the counter medications in addition to getting a correct diagnosis. I would however try to get in somewhere tomorrow. Good luck

Kitten threw up a worm. Should I go to the vet or buy medicine?

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