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Why is my kitten bloated, eating a lot, and passed a stringy worm?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Female | spayed | 6 months and 10 days old | 6 lbs

My cat has passed a long string like worm?? It was light brown colored and smelled horrible, she has a bloated stomach and eats a lot, she also had sliced beef yesterday by accident, she is 6 months old

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on October 29th, 2019

I suspect Karma has roundworms. Those are common in kittens, and would cause a bloated stomach, increased appetite due to the worms taking nutrients, and a bad smell. Have her seen by a vet in the morning to get a deworming treatment.

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