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Brain Injury in Cats

Altered consciousness after illness or trauma can indicate brain injury.

Altered consciousness after illness or trauma can indicate brain injury. Bleeding, swelling or impaired circulation may be involved; emergency assessment and treatment depend on the underlying cause.

Editorial overview based on the linked VCA resource; this is not the complete original handout. Prepared 2026-10-03; not veterinarian-reviewed. Diagnosis and treatment, including medication choice and dose, require veterinary guidance.

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