Feline rhinotracheitis is a kind of infection that is caused by virus and is related with the process of respiration in cats.
The virus that is responsible for this condition is highly contagious, but usually shows minute symptoms in mature cats. But in case of kittens, the condition can prove to be extremely fatal. They might even catch pneumonia.
Transmission

The virus can prove be extremely contagious. The virus can even spread to your own cat if it comes in a closed contact with contaminated cages, food dishes, or litter boxes. A cat can also catch the virus if come into contact with excretion from an infected cat's eyes, nose, or mouth. As a responsible owner, you must take care and act in a careful way as you can harbor the virus on your hands or clothing. The clothes of the cats should be properly washed from a bacteria free solution. A lot of solutions are available in the market. Use antiseptic solution for washing the clothes.

Symptoms

• Cats who suffer from this severe condition called feline rhinotracheitis show common symptoms of an upper respiratory infection. Some of the common symptoms are:
• Sneezing :if the sneezing is done at a regular level, then the cats needs immediate attention.
• Coughing :any kind of coughing needs immediate attention. A proper care is a must in this case. The germs are highly infectious.
• Discharge from the nose.
• Other secondary symptoms include  loss of appetite, corneal ulcers, and a fever.

Treatment

take him to the veterinarian so that the cat can get apt antibiotics on time. Don't delay as the infection can spread in a major way to other cats as well. The disease usually goes away on its own within ten days, if proper antibiotics are given on time. Otherwise the situation may even get worse also. You can even give nasal drops to your cat in order to decrease the amount of discharge from the nose. Also make sure that the cat is getting and eating enough food and fluids. He may also need a feeding tube if a loss of appetite is seen in the case.

The room in which the cat is living should be warm and have plenty of ventilation. As the situation is related to respiration, you should also try to have a humidifier in the room. Talk him to a walk in the evening but at the same time ensure that he is kept away from other pets.
A regular visit to the veterinarian is a must!