This morning I noticed my young cat who came to us as a stray 4-5 weeks ago, is pregnant, and is an outdoor/indoor cat developed a fever blister on her bottom lip with a puffy chin. I also noticed recently she has consistent tachypnea. The normal range is 15-30 bpm and I counted hers at 120bpm even at rest. I googled causes of it and the information mostly said heart problems or even heart worms which is very uncommon in cats but can happen. Aside from that she appears to be a healthy, active young kitty. She does appear to drink a lot of water, much more than I’ve ever seen in my other cats. I’m not sure if that means anything or not.
But does a fever blister mean FHV? Is the tachypnea related to FHV? Is it possible to have a fever blister and not have FHV? Does this mean my other 3 cats will catch it? Will her kittens be carriers or will they have active infections? What about the cost of medical treatment for cats with FHV? I have no experience with this so if anyone does I would appreciate any input/advice.( I am taking her to the vet on Monday.)
But does a fever blister mean FHV? Is the tachypnea related to FHV? Is it possible to have a fever blister and not have FHV? Does this mean my other 3 cats will catch it? Will her kittens be carriers or will they have active infections? What about the cost of medical treatment for cats with FHV? I have no experience with this so if anyone does I would appreciate any input/advice.( I am taking her to the vet on Monday.)