Dr. Jennifer Creed, a graduate of the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine, is an experienced veterinarian with extensive knowledge of the particular veterinary concerns that purebred cats, especially Ragdoll cats, encounter. Dr. Jennifer Creed is committed to offering them top-notch medical attention, which encompasses the repair of lacerations.
In cats, laceration is characterized by an irregular cut in the skin. The injury can extend beyond the skin to underlying body tissues like muscles and tendons, indicated by the tearing of the affected tissue. The wound might cause uncontrolled bleeding, trap debris, or become exposed to dangerous bacteria, which can cause medical emergencies. If your pet’s laceration is causing signs like lameness, weakness, inability to stand, difficulty breathing, or an abnormal mental state, you should treat the injury as a medical emergency and take the pet to a veterinarian immediately.
Veterinarians often perform diagnostic tests to determine the severity of lacerations. These include a physical examination, analysis of concurrent injuries, an abdominal X-ray, and a test to assess whether your pet is experiencing a shock. The veterinarian may order lab tests like a red blood cell count if severe bleeding occurs from the injury. A cat exposed to a generalized trauma that might have impacted multiple organs will also require a chest X-ray. Treatment may include emergency wound care, blood transfusions, and intravenous therapy.
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