Siamese

• Vestibular disease. This inherited disease affects the inner ear and can cause a loss of balance and dizziness in the cat. It is a relatively minor issue which often resolves on its own within a few weeks, but cats who are seriously affected can be prescribed medication.
• Amyloidosis is a disease cause by the build-up of a protein known as amyloid in the body’s organs (most often in the liver in Siamese cats). Symptoms include loss of appetite, lethargy, frequent urination, thirstiness, weight loss, vomiting, bloody urine and an enlarged abdomen. If your cat exhibits any of these symptoms, a vet can provide treatment – however, the condition is incurable.
• Subvalvular aortic stenosis is a heart condition caused by a weak connection between the left ventricle and aorta, causing fainting and in some cases, death. It is detectable and treatable.
• Progressive retinal atrophy refers to a family of eye conditions which cause the retina’s gradual deterioration. Night vision is lost in the early stages of the disease, and day vision is lost as the disease progresses. Many cats adapt to the loss of vision well, as long as their environment stays the same.

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