White Blood Cell Disorders, Leukemia, and Lymphoma of Cats
In chronic leukemia, the abnormal cells are more mature. Counts of other cells usually remain normal. Affected cats often have few symptoms, respond better to treatment, and survive longer. Lymphoma is a cancer related to leukemia that involves lymphocytes and usually starts in the lymph nodes or lymphoid tissues, such as the spleen.
Infections with both feline leukemia virus and feline immunodeficiency virus have been shown to increase the risk for developing lymphoma . Because lymphocytes are present in all organs, lymphoma can develop in any organ, especially the lymph nodes, chest, digestive tract, kidneys, nervous system, eyes, skin, nose, and blood.
Lymphoma in Cats
Cats with gastrointestinal small cell lymphoma have a longer prognosis (2-3 years or more) but require chronic treatment with oral medications at home. Some cats with gastrointestinal lymphoma benefit from surgery or radiation therapy in addition to chemotherapy.
Lymphoma in Cats
Renal Lymphoma - Lymphoma can also affect the kidneys, causing symptoms similar to chronic kidney disease as the kidney cells are replaced by cancer cells. Nasal Lymphoma - Nasal lymphoma affects the nose of cats and usually starts as a facial swelling.
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