Cancer In Pets: Symptoms and Treatment Options..

Cancer is a leading cause of death in pets. It can be a fatal disease if not taken care

properly.

Most Common Types Of Cancer:

Lymphoma

Osteosarcoma

Melanoma

Hemangiosarcoma

Mast cell tumors

Bladder cancer

Mammary cancer

Melanoma:

This is a common type of cancer found in pets

And frequently spreads throughout the body

Affected Organ

Mouth

Eye

Foot pad

Skin

Lymphoma:

This can affect any breed of pets at any age.

It is a cancer of blood cells and tissues.

Affected Organ

Lymph nodes

Spleen

Bone marrow

Gastrointestinal

tract

Liver

Osteosarcoma:

This is the most common types of bone cancer.

Mostly affect the long bones but sometimes found in any bone.

Hemangiosarcoma:

This type of cancer mainly develops from cells.

Very dangerous since it can spread rapidly.

Affected organ

Heart

Spleen

Mast Cell Tumors:

These are very common that play an important role in allergic reactions Mostly found on the skin and very easy to diagnose.

Bladder Cancer:

Can easily affect one or more organs. Very common in dogs than cats.

Affected organ

Bones

Lungs Lymph

nodes

Mammary Cancer:

Mostly seen in female dogs.

Affects any of the mammary gland but can be prevented by surgery.

Common Symptoms:

Lumps

Swelling

Persistent Sores

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Abnormal odors

Abnormal discharges

Weight loss

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Loss of appetite

Lethargy

Difficulty in breathing

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Sudden lameness

Black stool

Difficulty in urinating

Treatment Options:

Treatment of cancer has a number of options which is depend on the type and stage of the cancer.

Some common treatments include:

Surgery

Immunotherapy Chemotherapy

Radiation

Some Recommendations:

Go for a pet insurance since the coverage will help you in paying bills

Prescribed medicines must be taken as per the vet

A special diet must be maintained for the suffering pet

Early diagnosis and treatment is always less expensive; so don’t ignore the symptoms

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