Feline Hyperesthesia Syndrome

Feline Hyperesthesia Syndrome, or FHS,also known as rolling skin disease,is a rare illness in cats.

The illness is characterized by episodes, or attacks, usually occurring daily or more often.

It is often described as a seizure disorder but the cause is, in fact, unknown.

During an episode cats show a number of typical signs, including skin rolling or twitching, self-directed pouncing or aggressive behaviour (such as biting or attacking the tail). There may also be pupil dilation, vocalisation and a general increase in activity.

External links

* [http://www.purelypets.com/articles/felinehyperesthesia.htm Darleen Rudnick]
* [http://www.lclarkecushingvmd.com/showpracfaq.cfm?FAQID=178&Private=0 Dr. L.Clarke Cushing]
* [http://www.vin.com/VINDBPub/SearchPB/Proceedings/PR05000/PR00026.htm World Small Animal Veterinary Association] - World Congress, Vancouver 2001.
* [http://www.petplace.com/cats/feline-hyperesthesia/page1.aspx Dr. Jon]