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Rhinitis

Inflammation of the nasal mucous membranes from infection, allergy, foreign body, or other causes.

Key Facts

Potential causes: tooth root abscess, viruses (herpes, calici, distemper), fungi, parasites, cancer
Primary bacterial rhinitis is uncommon in cats (usually secondary)
Aspergillus fumigatus: most common fungal rhinitis in dogs
Chronic rhinitis in cats often called 'chronic snufflers'
Signs: sneezing, nasal discharge, open-mouth breathing, pawing at face
Diagnostic workup often requires anesthesia for complete examination
Treatment depends on underlying cause: antibiotics, antifungals, steroids, surgery

— often concurrent

— viral cause

— associated nasal inflammation