Hi, wonderful friends! I don't know if the news is really good, but I'm going to be as positive as I can. Franklin has lymphoma. We met with the specialist this afternoon and also visited Franklin.
The oncologist started him on chemo while we were there. He will stay tonight and be observed to see how he does. The oncologist was optimistic. He gave him a 75 to 90% chance of going into remission. He thought that he might have a year or a year and a half before some other complication of FeLV does him in. Dr. Hamilton's experience is that even FeLV+ kitties can go into remission and he didn't even hint that his status might not make it worth while to treat him. Dr. Hamilton said that they rarely die of lymphoma in his experience, but that something else inevitably surfaces. I prayed for some time and maybe will have it. Praise God. The happiest thing was the visit with sweet Franklin. He was no longer suffering; he could breathe freely. He has shaved sides from the taps on both sides to drain the fluid but he looked perfect to me. He purred and rubbed me and my husband. It was hard to have to leave him again, but I hope we can get him in the morning after Dr. Hamilton does rounds. I am certain that all of your healing vibes and prayers have helped Franklin. We may not have him long, but we will love him as hard as we can for as long as God allows. God bless all of you and your furkids. Sharon
