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Stomatitis in Cats - Mouth Inflammation, Symptoms & Treatment
Understand severe feline stomatitis and explore treatment options including tooth extraction.
Mar 10, 2026
What is Feline Stomatitis?
Feline stomatitis is severe mouth and gum inflammation. It's very painful.
Stomatitis
Symptoms
- Severe bad breath
- Food avoidance
- Excessive drooling
- Gum ulcers
Treatment Options
- Antibiotics
- Steroids
- Immunomodulators
- Tooth extraction (severe)
Sources & References
- Cornell Feline Health Center - Stomatitis Management
Stomatitis is painful; aggressive treatment is needed.