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Megacolon in Cats

Megacolon involves an enlarged, poorly functioning colon that retains feces.

Megacolon involves an enlarged, poorly functioning colon that retains feces. Severe constipation can result and needs veterinary management.

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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