My
cat has stopped eating and seems very weak. I
checked him over and his tongue is quite yellow.
What could be wrong? (Tammy Watson, Arkansas)
Your cat needs to see a vet immediately to rule out serious illness. Any yellowing of the mucous membranes or tongue can indicate elevated levels of a chemical produced by the liver. There are three possible causes of such an elevated level: An excessive breakdown of red blood cells; Primary liver disease; Bile-duct blockages. It is therefore possible that your cat has a very serious illness. However, only your vet can diagnose your cat and reveal if there are any other possible causes.
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My
cat has stopped eating and seems very weak. I
checked him over and his tongue is quite yellow.
What could be wrong? (Tammy Watson, Arkansas)
Your cat needs to see a vet immediately to rule out serious illness. Any yellowing of the mucous membranes or tongue can indicate elevated levels of a chemical produced by the liver. There are three possible causes of such an elevated level: An excessive breakdown of red blood cells; Primary liver disease; Bile-duct blockages. It is therefore possible that your cat has a very serious illness. However, only your vet can diagnose your cat and reveal if there are any other possible causes.
