Rompi has lymphoma
Just back from the vet's, talked to the oncologist, the result of the analysis is that the 4 cm mass felt by palpation and visualized by ecography is lymphoma. Feel devastated but do not surrender. I am going to dig the archives, the web and my old arsenal. Paolo
Re: Rompi has lymphoma
Paolo, I'm so sorry to hear this diagnosis. Did you talk to your vet about steriod shots to help Rompi feel more comfortable? I took Michelle's advice and began giving Spencer .4cc of dex daily, (my vet wouldn't prescribe the combo shots that Michelle suggested), and it brought him back to almost his former self for the last month of his life. Steroids stimulate the adrenal glands and reduce inflammation. I'm not sure what the protocol is if you are going to do chemo. I seem to remember that dexamethisone is sometimes used in conjunction with chemo drugs. Did they give you any hope of removing the tumor? How old is Rompi? What else did the oncologist say? Did he have a plan to help Rompi attain remission? Are you on the list for cancer? Nina Paolo wrote: Just back from the vet's, talked to the oncologist, the result of the analysis is that the 4 cm mass felt by palpation and visualized by ecography is lymphoma. Feel devastated but do not surrender. I am going to dig the archives, the web and my old arsenal. Paolo
Re: Rompi has lymphoma
Steroids are most helpful with lymphoma, much less so with other forms of cancer. When an animal has another form of cancer, dexamethasone may make them feel a little better because dex generally increases feelings of physical and psychological well-being and reduces pain. But it actually shrinks lymphoma, which is part of why it has such a dramatic effect on cats with lymphoma, and does not to my knowledge shrink other forms of tumors. Michelle In a message dated 1/26/2007 1:41:22 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Paolo, I'm so sorry to hear this diagnosis. Did you talk to your vet about steriod shots to help Rompi feel more comfortable? I took Michelle's advice and began giving Spencer .4cc of dex daily, (my vet wouldn't prescribe the combo shots that Michelle suggested), and it brought him back to almost his former self for the last month of his life. Steroids stimulate the adrenal glands and reduce inflammation. I'm not sure what the protocol is if you are going to do chemo. I seem to remember that dexamethisone is sometimes used in conjunction with chemo drugs. Did they give you any hope of removing the tumor? How old is Rompi? What else did the oncologist say? Did he have a plan to help Rompi attain remission? Are you on the list for cancer? Nina
Re: Rompi has lymphoma
oh-- I did not see this post. Yes, the steroids help with lymphoma. But lymphoma often responds very well to chemotherapy. Where is the mass, and is Rompi felv+? Some cats go into permanent remission or remission lasting for years with chemo. Depending on the kind of lymphoma (small cell versus large cell) I can send you protocols. Also I highly suggest you join the lymphoma group-- it is very active and they will bring you up to speed on treatment options right away. I believe it is groups.yahoo.com/feline_lymphoma. Michelle In a message dated 1/26/2007 1:29:53 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Just back from the vet's, talked to the oncologist, the result of the analysis is that the 4 cm mass felt by palpation and visualized by ecography is lymphoma. Feel devastated but do not surrender. I am going to dig the archives, the web and my old arsenal. Paolo
Re: Rompi has lymphoma
Chemo is VERY effective for Lymphoma. Can you get a referral to an oncologist (cancer specialist)? Phaewryn http://ucat.us Adopt a New England FIV+ cat: http://ucat.us/FIVadopt.html Special Needs Cat Links (and feline info library): http://ucat.us/domesticcatlinks.html Declawing Creates SUFFERING, Please don't declaw! http://www.pawproject.com/kona.html
