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my cat is drooling and lethargic he is an indooor cat and has been fixed @ 3 weeks ago this just started this morning i have not noticed him eat and i offered him water but not interested he also feels warmer than normal not sure what to do

Submitted: 1305 days and 2 hours ago.

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Posted by Terri Riba 1305 days and 2 hours ago.

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How old is your cat?
Does he ever go outdoors?
Do you have a rectal thermometer?

1305 days and 2 hours ago.

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Reply to Terri Riba's Post: 6 months old and no he does not go out and has not been out and i do not have rectal thermometer

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He has probably developed an infection related to his surgery. Drooling is a symptom of pain or nausea.
If you cannot take his temperature but he feels warm, I would treat him as though he DOES have a fever.
Wipe him down with a cool damp cloth and then immediately wrap him in a towel so he does not chill.
A high fever and a systemic infection is very serious and dangerous as well. Take him imediately to a veterinarian ASAP as soon as you cool him down.
Please let me know how he is when you come back.

Expert:	Terri Riba
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