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What is it? What symptoms can present as the disease

Lymphoma is a common type of cancer in . It is caused progresses? by the proliferation of malignant lymphocytes (type of white Early stages include: blood cell) that often occurs in the chest, kidneys, nose, skin, spine, and . There are several classification • decreased appetite systems for lymphoma based on whether or not it is high, • vomiting intermediate, or low grade (aggressiveness), where it is located • diarrhea in the body, and what type of cells are involved (T-cells vs. • enlarged lymphnodes B-cells). Often times, cats present to their with • lethargy clinical signs such as depression, lethargy, vomiting, weight • weight loss loss, and with a decreased appetite. • fever • eye infections

How is it treated? Late stages include: is the best treatment for lymphoma. There are • persistent early stages a wide range of chemotherapeutic drugs that can be used in • lethargy, depression combination to combat this disease. Prednisone, in conjunction • reclusive behavior with other chemotherapeutics, will often improve the quality and • organ dysfunction quantity of life. While there is no cure for lymphoma, it can be • presence of a mass put into remission with treatment. • constipation due to dehydration • difficulty breathing • fluid in lungs or chest What is the prognosis for • distended abdomen feline lymphoma? • anorexia

About 75% of cats go into remission with treatment, but Crisis – Immediate veterinary assistance needed unfortunately, median survival time is usually only 6 months, regardless of the disease as most cats tend to relapse. If left untreated, most cats • Difficulty breathing will not survive longer than 4-6 weeks. Palliative care like • Prolonged seizures nutritional therapy, prednisone alone, and pain medication • Uncontrollable vomiting/diarrhea can help to keep cats comfortable as the disease progresses. A • Sudden collapse personalized treatment plan is important to slow the progression • Profuse bleeding – internal or external of lymphoma. Talk to your veterinarian regarding the best • Crying/whining from pain* treatment protocol for your .

*It should be noted that most animals will instinctually hide their pain. Vocalization of any sort that is out of the ordinary for your pet may indicate that their pain and anxiety has become too much for them to bear. If your pet vocalizes due to pain or anxiety, please consult with your tending veterinarian immediately.