| It is unfortunate that there is no treatment for feline leukemia. However, with a holistic approach the condition can be kept under control. It involves the administration of antiviral agents. They keep the amount of virus inside the cat’s body under control. Steroids are also given to bring down the cancerous lymphocytes in the body. Many-a-times, steroids are avoided as they tend to suppress the overall immune system. A weakened immune system makes the cat more prone to microbial infection, and hence innumerable pet health issues.
Cancerous tumors can be treated by chemotherapy. Such a treatment method is often accompanied by high quality cat food. It includes raw meat, raw liver and a high dose of vitamin C. Such foods greatly improve pet health and lifestyle. Because of the unavailability of a surefooted treatment method for feline leukemia, you need to prevent your cat from contracting it. One way of doing that is to keep your pet cat away from the stray cats. Secondly, vaccinate your cat against this deadly disease. Vaccination is not 100% effective, it can reduce the chances of virus attack to a great extent. You need to vaccinate your kitten when it is anywhere between 9 and 15 weeks of age. The kitten may show some signs post-vaccination. They are lethargy and fever. The cat gets normal within a couple of days. |
