Unlock the Hidden Threat: What Every Cat Owner Must Know About Feline Leukemia Virus Before It’s Too Late
- Decreased appetite
- Weight loss
- Behavioral changes
- Poorly groomed coat
- Pale gums
- Chronic diarrhea
- Enlarged lymph nodes
- Persistent fever
- Gum and mouth inflammation
- Seizures
Feline Leukemia Diagnosis and Treatment
Many veterinary clinics can test potentially infected cats in-clinic using a quick and simple blood test. When a cat tests positive, the veterinarian may send a blood sample to an outside diagnostic laboratory to confirm the results. They may also repeat the test at a later date to confirm an active FeLV infection, since some cats can eliminate the virus. Depending on the cat’s health status, additional testing such as complete blood count, blood chemistries and radiographs may be needed to help guide treatment and prognosis.
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