Osteoarthritis in cats
Osteoarthritis is a chronic condition that manifests itself in persistent pain in the joints, caused by the abnormal wear and tear of the cartilage and the entire joint. It is a very common condition in dogs, and its incidence increases with age. It is a pathology very often under-diagnosed in cats. Osteoarthritis is a degeneration of the cartilage of the affected joint. The essential clinical element is the existence of chronic pain. When it reaches advanced clinical stages, the degree of disability can be very significant.
