Thanks for all the great feedback about Misha. I understand more about her type of FeLV. FeLv can cause changes in the intestinal wall. Parasites and bacteria more commonly mulitply and cause diarrhea in FeLV infected cats. We have found in Misha's case its bacteria that causes her diarrhea. Thats why drugs like Flagyl and the cortcosteriods have temporarily alleviated her problem. I would say, from the feedback I've gotten from some of you, that because she has this "type" of FeLv, that her symptoms are very much like those of a cat with IBD. I'm so glad that you all have helped me understand and that I was able to talk to the other vet (that isn't so pessimistic) at the aninal hospital where I take Misha. I know now that I don't have to get rid of my sweet kitty and although the only cure is a miracle, there is help. Yea she does get "cattitude" and I'm going to have to watch her closely around the baby and it's going to be a bit aggravating to change her diet to wet food but my other six cats get attitude and even my tortie bobtail (that sleeps with us and thinks she's my baby now) is going to have to be watched around the baby when he gets here. Thanks again, Melody (GO GATORS!)
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