Why is my cat peeing blood? What causes it? Is special food forever?

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Hi I took my cat to a vet this week, he has blood in his urine just wondering what causes blood in the urine he is now on the prescription biscuits will he need to be on the forever? Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Male | neutered | 1 year and 1 month old

Ana M, DVM · Accepted Answer

Thank you for submitting your question regarding Felix. Blood in the urine can be the result of bladder stones or crystals in the urine, an infection, bladder cancer, a bleeding disorder or a condition known as idiopathic cystitis. This last condition is an inflammation in the bladder with no known cause. It is thought that stress can make it worse. Typically bloodwork, a urinalysis and x-rays will be done to determine which of these conditions may be the cause. Depending on why he has the blood in his urine, he may need to eat the diet longterm. He should eat it exclusively for it to be effective. I hope this information helps!

Why is my cat peeing blood? What causes it? Is special food forever?

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