Please advise what programs you would recommend to help with this. The cat’s mouth is affected. The vet gave cortisone injections. Thank you.
You may try a supportive combination such as Tooth and Gum Wellness (P), Tooth and Gum Discomfort (P), and Inflammation (P). Since there is not a single exact program for this specific situation, we would think of it more as a comfort-and-support plan for the mouth area rather than a one-to-one match. These programs may help support oral comfort, tissue calm, and overall balance.
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Thank you so much for your help. Much appreciated!
It’s an allergic condition, so you need to find out the trigger. Sometimes it’s what the animals are fed that the catfood is then made from - I think that’s why many cats are suddenly allergic to chicken nowadays.
Cortisone only manages symptoms.
I would certainly start with the programs suggested by admin but there’s an insect bites program that might help if the cause is fleas - and obviously dedicated flea eradication. Otherwise, experimenting with different foods might be the answer.
Poor cat. I hope you find the solution!
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