How long can a cat live with an abdominal mass?
I have seen cats live for over a year with large abdominal masses, but also for a month or less. The mass can bleed out internally, affect other organs and, in the case of your pet, shut down the appetite. Diagnostics could include bloodwork, radiographs and/or ultrasound, and a guided biopsy or exploratory.
When should I be concerned about a spay incision?
The telltale sign of a spay incision infection is excessive wound weeping. Some discharge is normal after surgery, but anything more than a few drops is cause for concern. Especially if this discharge starts to smell foul, immediate action should be taken. A puffy and swollen wound can also indicate infection.
What does a healed cat spay incision look like?
What should the incision look like? The incision should normally be clean and the edges should be touching each other. The skin should be a normal or slightly reddish-pink color. It is not unusual for the incision to become slightly redder during the first few days, as healing begins to take place.
What does a healthy spay incision look like?
The incision should normally be clean and the edges should be touching each other. The skin should be a normal or slightly reddish-pink color. It is not unusual for the incision to become slightly redder during the first few days, as healing begins to take place.
What does an infected cat spay look like?
Signs of an infected incision include redness, swelling, discharge, and heat. Your cat may act uncomfortable and limp if the incision is on a leg or hunch his back if it is an abdominal incision. If you suspect your cat’s incision has become infected, he should be seen by a veterinarian promptly.
How much does it cost to have a tumor removed from a cat?
Veterinary Cost The cost of mast cell tumor treatment depends heavily on the grade of tumor and stage of the disease. The cost of surgical intervention can also vary dramatically depending on the affected site. $500 to $1,000 is a fairly typical expense for a mast cell removal.
How do I know if my cat has a tumor?
Other Symptoms of Cat Cancer
- Foul odor – healthy cats don’t smell.
- Persistent sores – sores that don’t heal, need to be looked at by a professional.
- Difficulty with bathroom chores.
- Loss of appetite.
- Unexplained bleeding.
- Lethargy.
