[resepti]

Hello, the vet found bone cancer in my cat's shoulder blade. Since the first appearance of symptoms such as lameness, it has probably been a little more than 2 months. The doctor initially agreed to an amputation operation but refused at the last moment, then we began to look for another veterinarian and spent a lot of time on it. The cat had a second x-ray and as the vet said, he already had metastases in his lungs. Please tell me if it makes sense to do an amputation in such a situation. Should I look for another vet for a different opinion? My cat eats, drinks, goes to the toilet. It's just very strange, he was only 7 years old before that, there were no serious illnesses, there were no injuries, and how could he have metastases in the lungs in such a short time.Thank you

 

[Kaylesh]

I just want to clarify a few things.
The first Vet... did they find cancer had spread to the lungs when they did the xray?
Did the second Vet confirm that diagnosis?
If you are not happy with what has been told to you .. ask for another Vets opinioin. Ask the Vet to explain things that you don't understand or have questions about...
Depending on the type of cancer, and based on the fact it has already spread to the lungs it sounds like it's a fast growing one. ( ask the Vet ) I'm not a Vet.
See what the Vet you trust has to say.. remembering it may not be what you want to hear..
Cancer in animals, like people can be very unpredictable... treatment is really tough on their bodies just like humans.. Its also very expensive and the outcome often isn't changed..

My opinion follows :
I'd rather go for quality of life ... not quantity....
If it were my cat that had this diagnosis..I'd just go with symptomatic and comfort care and not put them through the trauma of cancer treatment ..
Others opinions may/probably will vary..
My sympathies for the diagnosis your furry one has been given..

 

[resepti]

I just want to clarify a few things.
The first Vet... did they find cancer had spread to the lungs when they did the xray?
Did the second Vet confirm that diagnosis?
If you are not happy with what has been told to you .. ask for another Vets opinioin. Ask the Vet to explain things that you don't understand or have questions about...
Depending on the type of cancer, and based on the fact it has already spread to the lungs it sounds like it's a fast growing one. ( ask the Vet ) I'm not a Vet.
See what the Vet you trust has to say.. remembering it may not be what you want to hear..
Cancer in animals, like people can be very unpredictable... treatment is really tough on their bodies just like humans.. Its also very expensive and the outcome often isn't changed..

My opinion follows :
I'd rather go for quality of life ... not quantity....
If it were my cat that had this diagnosis..I'd just go with symptomatic and comfort care and not put them through the trauma of cancer treatment ..
Others opinions may/probably will vary..
My sympathies for the diagnosis your furry one has been given..

Thanks for the answer! Please tell me how to understand how much it hurts my cat now? When I touch the tumor, the cat does not react in any way, only limps when he walks and sleeps a lot. I really want to understand how he feels now ...

 

[Kaylesh]

Thanks for the answer! Please tell me how to understand how much it hurts my cat now? When I touch the tumor, the cat does not react in any way, only limps when he walks and sleeps a lot. I really want to understand how he feels now ...

That's a really difficult one to answer.
Every cat is different. Cats are very,very good at hiding being unwell.
The limp is one symptom that he finds it sore/painful to use that lmb. If he is sleeping more than usual also can be a sign he's not feeling right.
Again I'd discuss your conerns with a trusted Vet.
Write down the worries/concerns you have and discuss with the vet looking after your furry one.

 

[mollycod321]

My cat Amber had cancer in the front leg shoulder. She was old. I choose not to due surgery my vet didn’t give me a choice. It grew very large like a softball. I do remember she did limp too. She was put on medication not cancer treatment but meds to make her feel better I believe it was prednisolone. And something else I can’t remember. She ended up having a stroke I think because one day her body got twisted. Amber lasted quick a long time with that lump. Depends on what cancer it is and if it is a Agressive cancer. It could have went to the lungs with your kitty. If it’s in the lungs I don’t think any vet will do surgery? Please possibly go to a specialist if you’re not happy with your vet and bring all your bloodwork X-rays and paperwork to the specialist. Or have your vet explain it to you in detail. You’re paying for a service and the veterinarian must explain it to you . I am so sorry your kitty has a tumor and not feeling well. Eating drinking is good.. it’s when they stop and start to vomit. I too wouldn’t do an amputation if cancer is in the lungs. but I definitely think you should talk to a veterinarian for a second opinion. Hard to know if kitty is in pain. So sorry

 

[Marceline]

Bone cancer is a rare type of cancer that begins in the cells that make up the bones. It can occur in any bone in the body, but is most commonly found in the long bones of the arms and legs. Symptoms of bone cancer include bone pain, swelling, and fractures. Treatment for bone cancer typically involves a combination of surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy.
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