Results: Bronchiectasis was most commonly identified in older male cats. Clinical signs referable to the lower portion of the respiratory tract were detected in only 5 cats but, when evident, were usually chronic (duration > 1 year).
Diagnosis of bronchiectasis in cats requires a thorough clinical examination by a veterinarian. A detailed medical history, including the duration and nature of symptoms, is crucial. The veterinarian will listen to the cats lungs to detect abnormal breathing sounds.
I have asthma (well controlled), rhinitis and mild bronchiectasis, which I treat daily. I have no allergies, apparently. I love cats and have had them in the past, but I'm not sure how it would work out with the lung issues. It's a smallish apartment and the cat would have to stay inside.
In older adults, acute myeloid leukemia (AML) and chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) are most common. Symptoms can include weight loss, fatigue, night sweats, easy bruising, and frequent infections.
As we can see from the illustration, Leukemia In Older Cats With Bronchiectasis has many fascinating aspects to explore.
