Treatment for Myelopathy Paresis and Paralysis will depend on the severity of the illness in your cat. The illness itself can affect cats of all ages and breeds including the American Shorthair. It is a disease the directly affects the spinal cord and most often causes the development of muscle or limb weakness (paresis) or complete loss of feeling or mobility (paralysis). Diagnosing the condition involves extensive testing to first rule out other possible health conditions and then to narrow down the severity of the disease itself. Treatments will include medications to ease pain and give comfort. If there are any fractures to the bones surgery and hospitalization may be needed. If infection or other health conditions play a role then medications and even steroids may be prescribed. Extensive care will be needed during the treatment process. For more information, call for assistance, or talk with your vet Roanoke, VA.