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List of feline diseases

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Feline disease means sicknesses that can affect cats. These sicknesses might make a cat feel unwell, get very ill, or even die. Some sicknesses might show clear signs in one cat but not cause any problems in another. Cats that already have other health problems might find some diseases worse.

Some of these sicknesses can be treated, and the cat can get fully better. But other sicknesses, like some viruses, are harder to treat because medicines called antibiotics don’t work against viruses. It’s important for people who care for cats to know about these sicknesses to help keep their pets safe and healthy.

This list includes many different conditions that cats can face, such as infections, cancer, and problems with their bodies. Each sickness has its own causes and ways to help, and learning about them can help find problems early and give good care. For more information about keeping cats healthy, see Cat health and Feline zoonosis.

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