[header] How to diagnose hypertension in cats [title] Be aware that hypertension in cats may be present without symptoms. [step] Hypertension can be " silent ", which means the cat shows no symptoms. [substeps] However, the higher the blood pressure the greater the risk of a sudden deterioration in the cat's health, as a result of a stroke or blindness.
[header] How to diagnose hypertension in cats [title] Be aware that hypertension in cats may be present without symptoms. [step] Hypertension can be " silent ", which means the cat shows no symptoms. [substeps] However, the higher the blood pressure the greater the risk of a sudden deterioration in the cat's health, as a result of a stroke or blindness.
Hypertension in a cat (which usually presents with symptoms such as massive difficulty breathing or nervousness) is generally considered to be an undiagnosed diagnosis and concern. [title] Make sure the cat has its food, water, and grooming routine worked out. High blood pressure in cats can also lead to skin problems related to aging. [title] Listen to the cat to see if it makes a " ticking " noise or a " nicker " noise. [title] Have your cat examined by a vet. [step] Ultrasounds and x-rays found in a cat's blood also affect their immune function, and can be crucial to diagnosis hypertension. Hence the importance of regular monitoring at your vet clinic, in order to detect hypertension before it causes problems. [title] Watch the cat to see if it is walking in a " drunken " manner.