Feline Leukemia (FeLV) is a viral disease that cats of any age can acquire. Your cat can get this through:
When an infected cat comes in contact with healthy one, he could transmit it to the other.
Cure: none at this time. Feline Leukemia can trigger the onset of other deadly diseases such as blood disorders, cancer, diabetes, and respiratory infections. Anemia and bone complications will eventually take place, and these conditions lead to a cat's death. Take note too that a cat with FeLV may die within 3 years, as is the case for 80% of all FeLV-infected cats.
While there is no known cure, we can do something to prevent our cats from getting FeLV. Here are some things you can do.
What to Do If Your Cat has FeLV
Once you discover your cat has FeLV, you need to have the rest of the cats tested too. Then, separate the infected ones from the healthy ones so as not to have all of them infected.
You will not become infected to FeLV so no need for you to worry, however, if you pet infected cats, make sure to wash your hands with soap before spending time with those who are not infected. Utensils should also be kept separated. If you only have one cat at home, then you should not have to face this problem.
Another important thing you need to do is to ensure your infected cat has a healthy diet, because when he has leukemia, his immune system is compromised.
In the instance that your cat dies from the condition and you decide to adopt a new cat, see to it that you have your house cleaned and sanitized, especially the areas that your sick cat frequented. Though the virus dies in just a matter of hours, you can never be too sure of secondary diseases.
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