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Whitecough

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Whitecough
Overall:

Whitecough is a somewhat common illness, but known for its ability to evolve into more dangerous infections such as Greencough. Symptoms can include the runny eyes, Sneezing, Dry Coughing, Congestion, and/or Mild Fever.
Notes:

This ailment is contagious via contact with the sick cat.
This ailment is sometimes fatal to the young and old.
Related Herbs: Borage, Broom, Caraway, Catnip, Chickweed, Comfrey, Feverfew, Honey, Horsetail, Juniper, Little Daisy, Mallow, Marigold, Poppy, Sage, Tansy, Thyme, Willow, Mint,
Related Symptoms: Congestion, Cough, Eye Irritation, Fever, Sneezing, Sore Throat,
Mild Cases
Details:
Duration: 2-4 days following treatment, if caught very early
Treatment:
  • Ensure the cat drinks plenty, and continues to eat well. If the patient looses appetite it is advisable to switch to treatments oriented for Greencough.
  • If the eyes run due to irritation they should be flushed clean with fresh water or willow water. A Medicine Cat should never lick the ick away or permit another cat do so due to high risk of infection through contact with the substance.
  • Sneezing, Coughing and/or Congestion should be treated with herbs as appropriate.
  • Fevers and any related chills should be tended appropriately.
  • All treatments should be continued while symptoms last.
Residual Effects:

Weakness and Poor condition for approximately 3 days.
Complications:

None
Moderate Cases
Details:
Duration: 3-5 days following the start of treatment
Treatment:

As per mild case instructions
Residual Effects:

Weakness and Poor condition for approximately a quarter moon.
Temporary predisposition for follow-up respiratory problems for approximately half moon.
Complications:

None
Severe Cases
Details:
Duration: 4-7 days following the start of treatment if caught late
Treatment:

As per mild case instructions
Residual Effects:

Weakness and Poor condition for approximately a half moon.
Temporary predisposition for follow-up respiratory problems for approximately 1 moon.
Complications:

In the very young or very old additional infections are likely.