Autoimmune Disease In Cats Teeth. You may not see any plaque or tartar on the teeth, yet the whole gum line is an angry red, especially at the junction of the tooth and gum. The most common dental problems seen in cats are gingivitis, periodontal, and tooth resorption.
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In cats with stomatitis, the full height of the gingiva is equally red, ulcerated and bleeding. The condition is thought to be autoimmune in nature. In cats, lesions also develop at the toenail beds creating crusty sore feet.
In cats, lesions also develop at the toenail beds creating crusty sore feet.
Multiple organ autoimmune disease is common and makes diagnosis extremely difficult. This happens as a result of an imbalanced immune system. Characterized by red, swollen gums, gingivitis is quite common in cats, occurring in up to 90 percent of cats once they pass their fourth birthday. Feline autoimmune disease, just as in people and other animals, is a serious problem which is on the rise.
