Chronic feline pancreatitis requires long-term management to prevent flare-ups and maintain quality of life in affected cats.
Chronic pancreatitis causes intermittent but recurring nausea, abdominal discomfort, and weight loss. The welfare cost across the lifespan of an affected cat is significant. Long-term management combining anti-nausea medication, cobalamin supplementation, and monitoring for concurrent disease improves quality of life substantially.