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Originally Posted by Domy
We think we're on the way to recovery but there are still a few worrisome items:
1 - We haven't seen much poop at all. We gave her some pumpkin with her food tonight which I hear helps.
2 - She still shivers, especially when she is starting to go rest. When I place my hand on her, I find she shakes sometimes.
3 - She eats and drinks, but I normally have to bring her the food. She'll walk by once in a while, but won't eat unless I bring it over.
4 - She is still lethargic
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I am sorry to hear that she is not feeling well.
1) It is unusual for young cats to become obstipated (severe constipation) but some constipation can occur. It is important to make sure the cat is not dehydrated as it is a common cause of constipation. Another cause of lack of bowel movements can be not enough food ingested (although it sounds like this is not the case - especially with the pumpkin). Treating any dehydration is important. Warm baths can help promote a bowel movement.
2) Shivering makes me concerned that an infection is still present - regardless of whether she is running a fever or not.
3,4) If she is still lethargic and does not have a great appetite then I am concerned. If you finished the antibiotic course, then more antibiotics is likely indicated. Your veterinarian may recommend the same antibiotic or a different antibiotic. While it sounds like your pet has had some improvement but not "great" improvement, may warrant a different antibiotic. Every antibiotic gets a different spectrum.
I would also recommend a recheck. Sometimes it can be challenging to find the infection or to control the clinical signs. Your veterinarian my want to run additional blood tests (remember there are literally hundreds of different types) or radiographs (X-rays).
Regardless, with what you are describing, I would not "see how it goes" but I would at the very least get a refill of antibiotics however I really recommend a recheck examination with your veterinarian.
I hope this helps.
Best of luck.
