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- After suffering a stroke, your cat may walk slower and he may stumble or lose his balance frequently. He may appear to be drunk and clumsy. He may
avoid jumping up or he may misjudge the distance and fall.
Eating
- When a stroke occurs in a cat, it may affect his ability to eat if one side of his facial muscles are compromised. He may chew poorly and food may fall
out of his mouth while he eats. In addition, if his throat muscles are involved, he may have difficulty swallowing and may gag or choke.
Bathroom Habits
- Occasionally, a stroke may affect a portion of your cat's abdominal muscles or the nerves he uses to sense the need to eliminate. He may struggle
to have a bowel movement or he may urinate without realizing it.
Brain Function
- Depending upon the extent of damage to the cat's brain cells, he may experience an observable change in personality or in his sleep habits. He may
appear confused or frightened by activity or people he used to calmly accept. As a result, he may shun social interaction with other animals or his owners.
Diagnosis of Symptoms
- Your observation of your cat's symptoms and your veterinarian's examination and testing are part of the diagnostic process. If your cat
exhibits the signs of a stroke, whether they are mild or severe, immediate attention is necessary.
Prognosis
- After your cat suffers a stroke, his long-term prognosis depends upon how quickly his mental and physical functions return to normal. If the symptoms of stroke do not improve within a few days, the cat may never fully recover.
