Who is affected by
feline plasma cell pododermatitis?
Treatment of
feline plasma cell pododermatitis Since it is believed that
feline plasma cell pododermatitis is due to an underlying activation of the immune system, treatment is aimed at controlling the immune response.
Feline plasma cell pododermatitis can affect any age, gender, or breed of cat.
Some mild cases of
feline plasma cell pododermatitis regress spontaneously without treatment.
However, the exact relationship between FIV and
feline plasma cell pododermatitis still remains unknown.
Cats with
feline plasma cell pododermatitis also often lick or chew at their feet.
Cause of
feline plasma cell pododermatitis The exact cause of
feline plasma cell pododermatitis is unknown.
Symptoms of
feline plasma cell pododermatitis Pododermatitis can affect any footpad, but most commonly it involves the large or central pad of the front or back feet (called the metacarpal or metatarsal pads).
Some recent reports suggest
feline plasma cell pododermatitis may be linked to feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV).
Diagnosis of
feline plasma cell pododermatitis If you discover that your cat has soft, swollen, tender, scaly footpads, be sure to bring him to your veterinarian for an examination.
She has published journal articles and book chapters on topics including canine osteosarcoma, canine and feline liver tumors, and canine and
feline plasma cell cancer / multiple myeloma.
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A partial list of the specialized medical procedures and equipment required includes canine and
feline red blood
cell and
plasma transfusion products, central venous catheters, chest tubes, on - site laboratory equipment, analgesia, advanced surgical instruments, ultrasound, endoscopy, and much more.