This is the name for symptoms caused by several viruses
acting either together or alone. The main causes are Feline Herpes
Virus and several strains of Feline Calicivirus. The vaccine contains
several of these viruses in a mixture which gives reliable immunity in
most cases. The typical signs noted are those of runny eyes, sneezing,
a streaming nose, depression and anorexia.
Prompt treatment normally leads to a good recovery but may still
cause death particularly in kittens or adults with a compromised immune
system. Some cats can end up with continual snuffles after infection or
symptoms that return at times of stress. These cats act as carriers of
the disease.
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