We are getting him all the help my vet can offer... He gets Metacalm drops for the pain/to stop spasms and Cystease capsules for the PH balance, as well as a special urinary diet. The tumour takes up 1/3 of his bladder and we've been told he has less than a year to live, as the tumour may have seeded elsewhere.
He seems well and happy, and we take him to the vet at the first signs of any ill health.
Am I really doing all I can, though? The vet does not want to operate, and the expense is already considerable. Any suggestions?
2006-11-07 04:58:49 · 15 answers · asked by internits 5 in Pets ➔ Cats
Oh, internits I wish I could contact you directly. I have a cat with bladder cancer which is so rare in cats and more common in dogs. The vets have very little to offer in the way of treatment. My cat had a tumor removed from the mouth of his bladder in May and I have the same dilemma you do. He is also healthy and happy. I found blood in the house the other day and really panicked as those were my cats first symptoms of trouble in his bladder.
I have not been able to find any information about transitional cell carcinoma. I have been on the Yahoo feline cancer group since my cat had surgery in May and there have been no other people there, past or present, who are dealing with this problem.
I will tell you more about what course I have taken with him, his medical history and anything you might like to know about him. I really want to exchange information with you.
2006-11-07 06:22:21 · answer #1 · answered by old cat lady 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are near a university that has a good vet school you could take him there for a second opinion. They often know the "latest" technics and such for animals. I had a cat that became paralyzed in his back legs and my vet said nothing could be done for him. He suggested putting him to sleep. Instead I took the cat to the veterinary school at Purdue University and they treated him. He recovered and lived for another 8 years.
2006-11-07 09:38:39 · answer #2 · answered by jonahbeast 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It never hurts to get a second opinion. Ask around and find another reputable vet and see what they say. Maybe search the internet for alternate treatment.
Here are some links I found.
2006-11-07 05:11:42 · answer #3 · answered by gitana_diosa 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If the vet is against the operation, you are doing all you can. Perhaps also take a second opinion from a very good surgeon-vet. Courage!
2006-11-07 05:02:26 · answer #4 · answered by cpinatsi 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just keep him happy show him a lot of love and don't let him suffer ! When the time comes for him to go , let the vet come to the house ,so that his last journey is not a negative one !
You are doing your best , I wish you all well !
2006-11-07 06:40:02 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Important to get her to the vet. If it is a urinary tract infection, urgent care will be provided by the vet. Give her a lot of water and don't pick her up too much until after she starts her meds. If she needs something soft, put it right next to the litter box. The litter may be agitating her.
2016-05-22 07:45:28 · answer #6 · answered by Jeanette 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am so sorry i know what its like to lose an old cat. no there is not much you can do but stick by his side even thought he is a cat.he needs your love anther thing you can do is put him down I know that he seems happy but inside he is suffering. I know that thought hurts but it will help him more than you think. if you don't want to put him down live up his final days so he will enjoy himself more. when he goes God will take care of him. Good luck and God Bless you and your cat.
2006-11-07 06:47:03 · answer #7 · answered by Rhiannon. Stay[[+]] 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's a terrible situation for the cat to be in.
As long as he is comfortable keep him medicated. Once he starts showing signs of distress, then perhaps the kindest thing is to euthinase.
2006-11-07 05:08:42 · answer #8 · answered by Boris 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Cancer in cats is terrible. Just make sure he is comfortable and when the time comes he will have to be put down. Just keep him happy lots of treats.
2006-11-07 05:03:23 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree with Boris (above post). I lost my cat of 15yrs to throat cancer - she was on medication prescribed by my Vet., then she started sleeping constantly, stopped eating, and would moan in pain. I took her to in to be euthanized - but wish I had done it sooner...she was in a lot of pain....you can tell when you cat is going downhill - just enjoy him and keep him happy while you can. God Bless.
2006-11-07 05:21:22 · answer #10 · answered by Renee 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋