What causes feline fatty liver?
Feline fatty liver syndrome can develop by itself, with no direct cause, or it can develop secondary to another condition such as diabetes mellitus or cancer. Cats with fatty liver syndrome are typically overweight, but often have had a history of several days without eating. The starving body breaks down fat, which can be rapidly deposited in and around liver tissue. Does fatty liver cause illness? The built up fat deposits lead to liver failure, often with signs of jaundice, vomiting, and decreased appetite. How is this syndrome treated? The cornerstone of therapy is nutritional support with a well-balanced, high-quality diet, usually force fed through a feeding tube. This allows the liver to begin functioning again so that it can remove excess fat.
