Lymphocytic-plasmacytic colitis in the cat
1984; American Veterinary Medical Association; Volume: 184; Issue: 9 Linguagem: Inglês
10.2460/javma.1984.184.09.1133
ISSN1943-569X
AutoresRichard W. Nelson, Marco D’Imperio, G. G. Long,
Tópico(s)Diverticular Disease and Complications
ResumoLymphocytic-plasmacytic colitis was diagnosed in 6 cats. Owners sought veterinary care because of semiformed -to-liquid feces, tenesmus , fresh blood and/or mucus in the feces, or increased frequency of defecation in their cats. Lymphocytic, plasmacytic infiltration in the colonic lamina propria was found on colon biopsies. Clinical signs resolved in all 6 cats after dietary management, utilizing lamb and rice, horsemeat , or a feline prescription diet. Clinical improvement also occurred in 1 cat following sulfasalazine therapy.
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