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Metritis is an infection of the uterus postpartum. In the queen, metritis is most often associated with the presence of a retained fetal membrane or fetus. Typically, the queen is anorectic, depressed, lethargic, and neglects her kittens. The decreased milk production results in inadequate nutrition for the kittens. Consequently, they become more vocal. The queen often has a copious, malodorous discharge. In her depressed condition, she may not groom herself, making the discharge even more apparent. Her febrile state results in a rapid respiratory rate.