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Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP)

Detailed information about Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP)

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Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP)

Species: Cat

Breeds Affected: FIP can occur in any cat, but young cats and those in multi-cat environments are at highest risk

Overview

FIP is a progressive, often fatal disease caused by a mutation of feline coronavirus. The mutated virus triggers an excessive immune response and vasculitis. It presents in a wet (effusive) form and a dry (non-effusive) form.

Symptoms

  • Symptoms vary: wet FIP causes fluid accumulation in body cavities
  • while dry FIP leads to granulomas in organs
  • persistent fever
  • weight loss
  • and lethargy.

Treatments

Historically, treatment was supportive, but recently antiviral drugs such as GS-441524 have shown promising results.

Medications

GS-441524 (or Remdesivir, its prodrug) is used experimentally alongside supportive care (IV fluids, nutritional support, etc.).

Nearby Services

  • Columbus Veterinary Reviews , Columbus
  • The Veterinary Relief Company , Columbus
  • James Herriot Memorial Veterinary Hospital , Columbus
  • East Columbus Veterinary Hospital , Columbus
  • German Village Veterinary Hospital , Columbus

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