The worms were probably roundworms. I am sort of an obcessive person, so now I have myself convinced that I must have them too! eek. Any help is appreciated. And, if anyone knows, if they are tranferred to humans, what are the symptoms? I can't find what I am looking for online, and there is no vet where I live. Thanks!
2006-10-13 09:32:41 · 16 answers · asked by I'm Me 1 in Pets ➔ Cats
Oh! To help you guys answer me, believe it or not I live in an area of a small province in Canada where you have to take a ferry ride one hour and forty five minutes to get here. The nearest vet from the docking port is a two and a half (roughly) hour drive. Great place to live if you don't mind isolation and having no human doctor, let alone a vet.
2006-10-13 09:57:31 · update #1
You can't get it...human and most animals usually don't share the same diseases.
As for you cat...this can be a number of things. Below is alittle bit about what can be wrong with the cat...please read the link to get further information for your cats health.
Most cases of intestinal parasitism are occult, meaning that symptoms are not present although the parasites are. Younger cats will tend to have heavier worm loads and show more symptoms of infestation than will older cats. Some worms have migratory phases to their lifecycle whereby the larvae migrate through the tissues and thusly, can allow the cat to build up some immunity against the parasite. Not all intestinal parasites, however, are "worms". Coccidia and giardia are two very common single-cell intestinal parasites.
As many cases of parasitism are occult, and as it is rare to see the worms in the feces, all cats and especially kittens should have regular fecal exams to detect these even if there are no signs present. During the fecal analysis, your veterinarian will be able to detect worm eggs or these single-cell organisms, make an exact diagnosis and prescribe the proper treatment. Sometimes, several tests may be needed as the eggs or organisms are not present in every bowel movement. Common symptoms of intestinal parasites can include weight loss, vomiting, diarrhea, inappetence and abdominal distention.
It is easier to prevent worms if cats are kept on hard sealed surfaces such as tile, which can be easily cleaned and disinfected. Outdoor cats will become infected more often. Litter pans should always be kept clean. Preventing cats from having fleas or eating rodents, raw meat, or birds is important as these often act as the intermediate host for worms, parasites and bacteria. Bleach or Lysol can be used to disinfect rooms and litter pans, but these will not work well on outdoor areas. Regular worming may be needed in some situations as a method of control.
2006-10-13 09:41:52 · answer #1 · answered by Lovely B 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Please, no longer something a cat eats is in great condition for human's. their device isn't something like ours. You feed cats foodstuff that would kill a canine. Cats be able to consume very almost something, properly that's something different than for notwithstanding it rather is that's in that plant that comes from South u . s . a . of america that's presently in each and every of the cans that are being recalled. there became no might desire to throw away that bag which you probably did, you're no longer a cat. Your cat does not consume what you consume. Does your cat consume an identical dinner you consume. I wager that's no longer thrilled with pizza or bread, or in all probability no longer cooked meat. do no longer inspect your cat as though it have been a human, that's an animal, no rely how plenty you like it, that's no longer a human and that's foodstuff desires are diverse than yours.
2016-10-02 06:42:47 · answer #2 · answered by riesgo 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If your cat is vomiting worms then the infestation is great!!! You need to get him to a vet VERY SOON as if the infestation is that heavy it will soon cause an intestinal blockage where the cat's feces will not be able to pass through. This will result in very painful suffering and soon death if you do not get this treated IMMEDIATELY.
If there is not a vet near you then (if you care about your cat at all) you need to go to where there is a vet.
There had to be a vet or an animal shelter or SOMETHING near you!!!
2006-10-13 09:40:13 · answer #3 · answered by msnite1969 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
ok at vet they will give u a pill for the cat..cats get different worms..but mostly round worms which come out of the butt. that can be fixed....we as humans already have diferent types of parasites in our bodies...so no need to fret about if u got the worms..you already have forms of them inside you! we cant see them so dont worry. anyhow, take your cat to be weighed and they will decide which pill he needs. fleas make worms..so if your cat has fleas this is going to repeat over and over. do this soon because cats are tortured by worms..they hate them, especially when they keep coming out from the butt. they will be all over the bed too so make sure u do this as soon as possible
2006-10-13 09:41:53 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Roundworms and hookworms are contagious to humans. It does not happen a lot, but it can happen. Get the cat to the vet. It is probably time for a check up and vaccines too. Rabies is a lot worse than roundworms!!!!
SO...the cat is never going to get vet care???? It is too hard to get a sick cat to the vet???????? I guess I would not havve a pet in that situation!!!! Too bad for the cat!!!
2006-10-13 09:37:19 · answer #5 · answered by ARE YOUR NEWFS GELLIN'? 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Ask the nearest pet store for help. For your cat to throw up worms means the infection is overwhelming at this point and the cat will soon die if you do not get the proper de-worming medications. Please go to the pet store right now.
Do you live in the U.S.? If so, which part? I can't imagine there being no veterinarian where you live.
2006-10-13 09:42:57 · answer #6 · answered by Lovely 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
YOU NEED TO TAKE IT TO THE VET they are very unhealthy for the cat and WILL NOT GO away on there own. the vet will give it a shot and it will all be ok it will be about $200
2006-10-13 09:47:55 · answer #7 · answered by lilshorty3088 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
yes get to a vet real soon, you want ur cat examined before giving any dewormer or heatwormer, as giving heartwormer to an already heartworm infected animal can be bad!
then stop by the chemist and grab some human all wormer
2006-10-13 09:44:10 · answer #8 · answered by oz_gurl2005 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It won't harm humans, however, your cat is in TROUBLE...It is a VERY bad sign when your animal throws up worms--she needs to get the the vet ASAP...if you can bring some of her throw-up with you it will save you a lot... please for the sack of you cat get her to a vet...
2006-10-13 09:42:34 · answer #9 · answered by Ellen V 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If they are the size of an anaconda they are definetively dangerous and if they can crawl to your mouth and get in there when you are asleep then you should worry about it. Pick some of them up and take them to the cat's vet.
2006-10-13 09:41:16 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋