My sick cat isn't eating, is lethargic, antibiotics aren't helping.

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My 5 y/o cat has been sick for at least a week or two. I’ve noticed that he has a wound on his left front paw. The wound has dried up but it still seems that he is in pain. I’ve also noticed that he has a foul smell coming from his mouth like he’s having a throat inflamation, and he really seems lethargy, he is not likely to eat, but drinks milk and he drinks a lot of water. Also there seems to have blood in his poo. Vet recommended antibiotics but he doesn’t seem to get better! Help please! Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered | 5 years and 7 months old

Linda G, MS, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello. Unfortunately, the symptoms you describe are pretty vague & can really fit with a lot of things. I do not know how much veterinary care is available in your country, or even what diseases are present, but it sounds like Poufpouf needs antibiotics at the least, & then have some diagnostic bloodwork done, too. This might include a complete blood count, serum chemistry analysis, urinalysis & tests for feline leukemia & aids. This is what I would recommend if you lived in the US. I hope Poufpouf is feeling better soon & thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

My sick cat isn't eating, is lethargic, antibiotics aren't helping.

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