Recent Kitty Labwork: I Can't Lose My Love, please help me! Options

[kmariebanks]

Hello everyone.
over these past 2 months I have noticed that my baby boy has been not feeling well. Besides being tormented by fleas -they were horrible this year- he was lethargic, anorexic ( went from 20 to 12 lbs quickly),had a change in his meow and purr and just seemed depressed. I also noticed him swallowing hard. We spent a whole day at the doctor getting numerous test done ( CBC, FeIV, U/A, Diabetes, etc) and he was found to be severely Anemic secondary to fleas. My baby is long haired and fleas are often a problem. even with using the medication from the vet. He only goes out the house at night but when I noticed him getting sick he wanted to be outside all day in the 100 degree weather. He had such a change in his behavior! hiding in closets and just not responding to his name.
Boots was placed on Amoxicillin for 28 days, given a steroid injection and dewomer shot. He was doing well for about 2 weeks when everything began happening again. this time I noticed that he hated to walk. he would just lay in one spot and stare out like he was in pain and would give the worst meow I ever heard when moved. My husband and I had to hand feed him and clean feces from his furr daily. he would use his box and just sleep in it, refusing to move. after returning to the dr. his xray came back fine, his RBC's were within normal limits with his hgb and hct improving as well. however his reticulocyte count was 0.0 and platelet count way above the 1100 range. his Dr said his body is doing all that it can to make new rbc but cant. She said these labs are common in bone cancer however she is just hoping he has a bone infection even with his wbc being normal. once again he received a steroid shot and dewomer and antibiotics. He was a new cat that first week! truly a turn around!!!
Tomorrow 10/9/13 will be the beginning of his 2nd week of doxycycline. He continues to jump on the bed, eat, and stay out of his hiding places however I am noticing his discomfort with breathing returning, the hard swallowing getting worse, and the look of pain in his eyes. I NEED HELP! if he does not improve the dr is telling me it is time to consider putting him down because it will most likely be bone cancer. I am not in denial but I can not accept this! I do not feel she is listening to me when I tell her about his breathing and change in purr/meow. has anyone ever seen labs like this with their animal? please help me! I am heart broken. my baby is my life. I can not live without him. I am having panic attacks at work, at home, driving....all I can do is cry. I don't know if I can make it without him.

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[DannysMom]

I hope this helps.

From http://www.cat-health-guide.org/feline-bone-cancer.html

Feline bone cancer is one of the more common types of cancer in cats, and osteosarcoma is the most common kind of feline bone cancer. It is a tumor that often affects the long bones. It is a very aggressive tumor that causes lysis (disintegration of the bone), bone production, or both. There may also be some soft issue involvement. The disease does advance slower in cats than dogs. Also, recent advances in chemotherapy in humans could show promise for cats.
Bone Cancer in Cat Symptoms

Symptoms of bone cancer in cats can mimic those of arthritis, and include stiffness, limping, and pain. Because of the rapid nature of the disease, it is important to seek treatment early. Unfortunately, symptoms often do not arise until the condition is already advanced.

Feline bone cancer is most common in older cats, ten years of age or older. It can, however, occur in younger cats.
Feline Bone Cancer Diagnosis

If your cat has symptoms of bone cancer feline, your vet will take x-rays. Tumors will show up on the x-rays. A biopsy will be necessary to confirm the diagnosis. In this test, a small piece of the affected bone is removed and tested for cancer.

Your vet will also take x-rays of your cat’s chest and abdomen, to see if the cancer has spread to the lungs or the liver. This is important to know because it will make a difference in terms of treatment.
Feline Bone Cancer Treatment

Surgery plus chemotherapy is often the recommended treatment for bone cancer in cats. The affected limb may need to be amputated, or a procedure called limb sparing may be attempted. In this procedure, the affected segment of bone is removed and an allograft (a graft of tissue from a donor of the same species) is then inserted.

Chemotherapy is used to prevent or treat cancer that has metastasized (spread) to other parts of the body. Obviously, treatment is most successful if the cancer is caught before it has spread and if it can be completely removed by surgery.

Radiation is often performed as well, particularly following limb sparing surgery. It is used to control the cancer locally. It is also a good way to treat cancer that cannot be totally excised.

While undergoing treatment for bone cancer, your cat may be experiencing pain. This can and should be treated with pain medication. Other symptoms, such as nausea, may result from chemotherapy. This can also be treated with medication.

Treatment has a good chance of being successful if the tumor can be completely excised. If not, the cat’s life can be prolonged and the quality of life can be improved by treatment. The median survival rate for cats with osteosarcoma is two years, but many cats live much longer.

There has also been some promising clinical results from some herbal ingredients that can contribute to the overall health of your cat. One product that is worth researching and discussion with your veterinarian is PetAlive C-Caps formula for prevention and treatment of cancer.

[kmariebanks]

Thank you so much for your support and information. His xrays did not show anything so far so fingers crossed it is not cancer. prayerfully his next lab results will be much better. I will keep everyone posted.

I hope this helps.

From http://www.cat-health-guide.org/feline-bone-cancer.html

Feline bone cancer is one of the more common types of cancer in cats, and osteosarcoma is the most common kind of feline bone cancer. It is a tumor that often affects the long bones. It is a very aggressive tumor that causes lysis (disintegration of the bone), bone production, or both. There may also be some soft issue involvement. The disease does advance slower in cats than dogs. Also, recent advances in chemotherapy in humans could show promise for cats.
Bone Cancer in Cat Symptoms

Symptoms of bone cancer in cats can mimic those of arthritis, and include stiffness, limping, and pain. Because of the rapid nature of the disease, it is important to seek treatment early. Unfortunately, symptoms often do not arise until the condition is already advanced.

Feline bone cancer is most common in older cats, ten years of age or older. It can, however, occur in younger cats.
Feline Bone Cancer Diagnosis

If your cat has symptoms of bone cancer feline, your vet will take x-rays. Tumors will show up on the x-rays. A biopsy will be necessary to confirm the diagnosis. In this test, a small piece of the affected bone is removed and tested for cancer.

Your vet will also take x-rays of your cat’s chest and abdomen, to see if the cancer has spread to the lungs or the liver. This is important to know because it will make a difference in terms of treatment.
Feline Bone Cancer Treatment

Surgery plus chemotherapy is often the recommended treatment for bone cancer in cats. The affected limb may need to be amputated, or a procedure called limb sparing may be attempted. In this procedure, the affected segment of bone is removed and an allograft (a graft of tissue from a donor of the same species) is then inserted.

Chemotherapy is used to prevent or treat cancer that has metastasized (spread) to other parts of the body. Obviously, treatment is most successful if the cancer is caught before it has spread and if it can be completely removed by surgery.

Radiation is often performed as well, particularly following limb sparing surgery. It is used to control the cancer locally. It is also a good way to treat cancer that cannot be totally excised.

While undergoing treatment for bone cancer, your cat may be experiencing pain. This can and should be treated with pain medication. Other symptoms, such as nausea, may result from chemotherapy. This can also be treated with medication.

Treatment has a good chance of being successful if the tumor can be completely excised. If not, the cat’s life can be prolonged and the quality of life can be improved by treatment. The median survival rate for cats with osteosarcoma is two years, but many cats live much longer.

There has also been some promising clinical results from some herbal ingredients that can contribute to the overall health of your cat. One product that is worth researching and discussion with your veterinarian is PetAlive C-Caps formula for prevention and treatment of cancer.