fibrosarcoma

[miakitty]

My cat was diagnosed with a fibrosarcoma tumor last spring (the kind of tumor that is believed to be from vaccine injections).  We decided not to do surgery becuase it was very invasive and did not have a high sucess rate.  The tumor's size is now bigger than a plum, but smaller than a baseball.  It is on her back, below her shoulderblade.  In the last 2 days, I've noticed that it has begun to open slightly - as if she has been itching it or it is beginning to "pop" through  (I haven't seen her itch it, but I am at work during the day).  It is not an open would yet - is there anything that you know I can do to prevent it from becoming one?  Is there any type of ointment I could but on it?  I'm kind of lost on this.  I know the vet said that if the tumor opens and becomes infected, she will need to be put asleep, but I want to put that off as long as possible since she still really enjoys life.  Thanks for your help.

[haxorkat]

we discovered a tumor around october of last year. it's been about 6-7 months and it's now the size of a baseball. we started homeopathy around december 1st with some initial improvement of his energy but continual tumor growth. he likes his new diet though of fresh cooked fish and shrimp! he's started scratching the growth as of two days ago and it's opened up. the regular vet gave us a topical spray yesterday to help with the itching but he seems very uncomfortable at this point. atleast i felt like we were doing something positive to help him in these months with the homeopathy and diet changes, and he's gotten to have some really yummy meals and contented cuddles with us... i'm just waiting for him to give us the sign "i'm OK to go!"

[Lindamay]

My cat has 2 fibrocarcomas on her side right above her ribcage. My vet said there was a chance that the manufacturer of the vaccine might chip in on her health care. Have any of your pursued this and if so, with what results?
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[zodiacqueen]

I feel so bad for you guys, God bless all of you for having to deal with this.  This thread has upset me so much-to think that you have been good pet owners trying to do the right thing keeping your cats vaccinated to get "rewarded" with fibrosarcoma.

My heart goes out to all of you!!!

Has anyone tried to do some research on this cancer?

Hugs to all of you guys!  Lots of 'em!!

[Titanslove]

My dalmation has been fighting this cancer for 3 years. at 10 years of age he started with a lump by his hip. I left it thinking it was a fat pocket.But it got bigger and it was operated on93lb. tumor) i was devastated!!!  It came back & we took it out again. Last August was the 2nd & last surgery.  It has come back bigger and worse but I have tried everything fro Essaic water to carrot juice to anything homopathic plus giving Titan (my boy) ubrin(arthritis meds that are suppose to slow the growth of the tumor and the inflamation. He turned 13 in Nov. of 2008. I know he has had a good life but I dont care. I will try anything to keep him comfortable. he is now starting to vomit with almost every meal but is still eating preety good & going out to the bathroom. LOVE them for as long as you can. when the time comes to say goodbye I know it will be the hardest thing in the world to do(My vet comes to my house for this-this is not the first time I will have to do this)  READ everything- try everything ask questions and call anyone and all. Hope you and your pets will find peace in knowing I am praying for you all!!Love Debbie & Titan

[mrflj]

We found a lump on our cats hind quarter a couple of years ago, and had it surgically removed.  In January of 2008, I found a pea size lump.  It has since grown.  We have decided not to put her through any other surgeries.  As of right now she is eating, playing and doing her business as usual.  When she starts showing that she is uncomfortable, we will do what is necessary.  But for now, we are enjoying every minute with her.  I am keeping an eye on it, and it hasn't opened as of yet.

Are there any ointments I can use to keep the skin for getting irritated?  Thanks for any information.

[moggymum]

My 9yr old black half siamese was diagnosed with sarcoma in February after having an operation to remove a lump the size of a ping pong ball between her shoulder blades.I was devastated when I found out the results. Within 8 weeks the lump had reappeared. The vet said they couldn`t operate again and to prepare for spending our last few months together.She is a cat that always has to be with you and spends every night on the bed glued to my side !! When the lump came back, everynight when she was sleeping with me I began massaging the lump. The lump reduced in size to a marble and is not showing through the skin. I have no idea whether this is just pure luck but I took her to the vet who was as surprised as I was as this is quite an aggressive cancer. She is very happy,eating well and not on a special diet other than a supplement of mouse or bird when she can catch one !! I think it is just wishful thinking on my part but hey why not try massaging your cats lump and if its doesn`t work you will have given your cat alot of one to one attention.I will keep you posted on her progress.