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Flat-chested kitten syndrome (FCKS) is a disorder in cats wherein kittens develop a compression of the thorax (chest/ribcage) caused by lung collapse. [ citation needed ] This is a soft-tissue problem and is not caused by vertebral or bony malformation.
Dry eye syndrome; Ectopia lentis; Eosinophilic granuloma; Fading kitten syndrome, a broad term for neonatal decline and death that has several potential causes, including infection, congenital malformation, environmental or nutritional deficits, and neonatal isoerythrolysis [5] Feline acne; Feline asthma; Feline cognitive dysfunction; Feline ...
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The condition is most commonly seen in kittens with type-A blood born to mothers with type-B blood since type-B cats form very strong anti-type A antibodies. The condition is less common (and less severe) in type-B kittens born to type-A mothers. It can be prevented by blood typing the mother and kittens.
Kittens that need to be bottle-fed usually require feedings every 2-3 hours but your shelter can provide you with instructions. Foster a mama cat and her babies.
FVR is very contagious and can cause severe disease, including death from pneumonia in young kittens. It may cause flat-chested kitten syndrome , but most evidence for this is anecdotal. All members of the family Felidae are susceptible to FVR; in fact, FHV-1 has caused a fatal encephalitis in lions in Germany .
The term feline urologic syndrome is an older term which is still sometimes used for this condition. It is a common disease in adult cats, though it can strike in young cats too. It may present as any of a variety of urinary tract problems, and can lead to a complete blockage of the urinary system, which if left untreated is fatal.