Pancreatitis

What is Pancreatitis?

Feline pancreatitis is pancreas inflammation. Symptoms are often subtle: decreased appetite, lethargy, dehydration, and weight loss. Vomiting is less common than in dogs. Often occurs with liver disease or IBD ("triaditis"). Diagnosis requires feline pancreatic lipase test and ultrasound. Treatment includes hospitalization with IV fluids, feeding tubes if not eating, anti-nausea drugs, pain medication, and antibiotics if needed. Recovery can take weeks.