Redneck Kitten...song/pics

[Traci]

Probably not, but a sinus infection could.

I'd check with the opthamologist to rule out tear duct first, then swab cytology to rule out herpes, bacterial agents...and lastly, if these diagnostics are not conclusive, then may need to check for sinus problems.

Her eye removal was the result of a severe URI, right? It's reaching, but that prior infection could have moved into the sinuses, causing the current symptoms. Except that infection would more than likely produce mucous, greenish discharge, (or brown, gray, etc) when she sneezes.

Lesser rule outs might be allergies (environmental). So, this could be one of the above-mentioned things, or could even be a combination of things. I'd see if you can get her seen by another vet (hopefully an opthamologist).

[Auntie Debbie]

Thanks Traci and LisaLisa. I hope it's nothing too serious with her. As it is, at the worst, it doesn't seem to hold her down at all. I just don't think she should have to live like this or that I should invest a small fortune in Clavamox. Wish she could talk and tell me what is really going on with her!
Thanks again Traci. I'll keep ya posted as things develop.

[Traci]

I would just advise checking for mycobacterials (if tear duct blockage is ruled out), often missed during examination or if the vet is unsure what he's looking for. Mycobacterials can act like mild URI's, and they can even respond to antibiotics like clavamox, but usually they will reoccur because the treatment wasn't appropriate....they can worsen in time and cause other symptoms (bacteria, inflammation, mucous, etc). With a swab cytology, mycobacterials should be detected.

[Auntie Debbie]

Thanks again Traci. I'll delicately approach my vet with that. Gracie's had so much clavamox, she should be free of anything by now, LOL! My current budget goes something like rent, gas, electric, clavamox, cable, aol, etc. And now to top it off, the poor thing is in heat and doesn't know what to do with herself. She does go after Razzeratz alot for attention, but he just sniffs her butt and moves on, completely uninterested. At least she's not attacking anyone for now. The other kitties are getting a break. However, she's become very, very attached to me. I feel so guilty putting her on the floor because I'mm trying to do stuff. Glad to say she's meowing loudly; just grunts and makes chirpy noises. Almost sounds like a lion cub; very cute.
Dumb question: If fixed Razzeratz were to "do" her, would his shooting blanks be of any help to her or would she need a real man? Of course we are looking at spaying ASAP, LOL!

[Traci]

Debbie, you crack me up!!!

To be honest with you, if Razz isn't approaching her yet, he won't be shooting any blanks anyway. But, no, even if he did, it probably wouldn't help because she would exhibit the behavior for as long as the heat cycle.

Maybe give her a soft stuffed animal, some cats will "abuse" them temporarily, others won't...others will wail endlessly, others don't show any heat behavior at all.

I know it hurts to see her in heat, but try to ignore the behavior, there isn't much you can do, save for getting her spayed as soon as you can.