If your cat has a big red ball hanging from his butt it's likely that he's had a rectal prolapse. It's important that you contact a vet immediately as a rectal prolapse can be a medical emergency.
Simply put, a rectal prolapse is the result of rectal tissue protruding through the rear end opening of the cat. The severity of a cats rectal prolapse can vary.
A rectal prolapse in cats is usually caused by straining when trying to pass a stool due to constipation, but can also be caused due to tumours, worms, parasites, digestive complications and many more ailments.
Is there a cure for rectal prolapse in cats?
Yes, there are treatments to resolve a rectal prolapse. The vet will usually reduce the swelling of the prolapsed tissue with a solution, prior to reinserting the tissue into the correct position.
Recurrence of a rectal prolapse in cats can occur, and it's something that should be monitored carefully.