Phyllis has Respiratory Symptoms

Patient details

Name: Phyllis
Age: 7 years old
Breed: Manx Cross
Gender: Female

Phyllis, one of the rescue cats from the Cat Cuddle Café Brisbane, came to us for further diagnostics to investigate her ongoing respiratory symptoms.

Her bravery throughout the process made her a star patient, and we’re hopeful the tests will give us the answers needed to help her feel better soon.

We’re proud to be part of her care and are committed to finding the right diagnosis and treatment for this sweet girl.

Patient history

Initial symptoms

Phyllis presented with a persistent cough, sneezing and nasal discharge despite previous treatments, including oral and inhaled steroids, antibiotics and nebulisation. She had also experienced occasional vomiting after coughing, prompting the need for further investigation.

CT scan, bronchoscopy and BAL

To better understand the cause of her symptoms, we decided to perform a CT scan with contrast, a bronchoscopy and a bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL). The bronchoscopy allowed us to visually inspect her airways while the BAL helped collect samples from her lungs for testing.

Procedure and recovery

Phyllis underwent general anaesthesia for the procedure. The team used a bronchoscope to inspect her bronchi and flushed saline into her lungs during the bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL) to collect cells and microorganisms. She recovered well after close monitoring and was discharged the same day.

Outcome

Phyllis’ CT images and BAL samples have been sent for analysis, and we are awaiting the results. We are hopeful that this additional testing will provide the insights needed to develop a diagnosis and treatment plan so she can continue to thrive under the care of her rescue team.

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Contacting Us

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If you would like to talk about treatment for your cat, call us on 1300 228 377 or fill in the form.
In an emergency, please contact your local vet.

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