Is FISS a concern for cats receiving multiple daily injections?

Generally, staging is recommended following the diagnosis of a feline injection site sarcoma (FISS). After a biopsy sample confirms this diagnosis, you are correct in that an MRI or CT scan would be the next step prior to surgery. A CT scan can also help determine if there is metastasis (spread) of the cancer into the chest, although MRIs are more accurate in evaluating the tumor's invasiveness. If you haven't already consulted an oncologist, I'd recommend doing so before surgery. It's helpful to plan well before such a major surgery, as this planning can help to better establish your cat's prognosis and any follow-up treatment, such as radiation. I'm sorry that you and your furry friend are in this situation and wish you both all the best!

Hello. So sorry to hear that Jimin had this problem. I don't know what antibiotic they are injecting so it is hard for me to say if it is too much. If you would like to post again with the name of the drug we could maybe help you better. If Jimin is acting well and the incision with the stitches seems to be healing ok then you might be alright to stop the injections. Again, it is difficult for me to make that determination as I am not sure what he has been given. If you would like to post again with more information you are welcome to do so and we may be able to help you better. Best wishes!

I hate to hear that Tigresa is giving you a scare! In general, vaccines don't go in the area by your thumb. I would recommend to take her to the vet to have the mass aspirated. This should give you an idea if this is a sarcoma or another type of a skin mass. If could be any of the things you listed above. Typically aspirates do not require sedation or stitches. Best of luck with your sweet girl.

I have attached the most recent recommendations from the American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) below. https://www.catvets.com/guidelines/practice-guidelines/feline-vaccination Their general recommendation is to repeat the FVRCP vaccination every 3-4 weeks until a kitten reaches 16 weeks of age, then booster it 1 year later, then every 3 years after that. Unfortunately, we do not have enough data to give better recommendations than that. Injection site sarcomas have dramatically decreased over the last 15 years since we have made some changes to our vaccinations and vaccination schedules. The kidney issues are more likely due to chronic mild dehydration. There is some concern that the FVRCP vaccinations are grown on renal cell cultures, but I am unaware of any good research in that area. As far as FeLV vaccination, the AAFP generally does not recommend continuing to vaccinate indoor only cats who do not have a risk of exposure with FeLV vaccination. And Rabies vaccination is dictated by local or state laws, so if you live in an area that legally requires Rabies every year, you should comply with that. The bottom line is that we try to protect all cats from as many infectious diseases as possible, but try to use the most recent research and the lifestyle of the cat to help determine which vaccines to give and how frequently to give them. I hope that was helpful and answers your questions. Thanks for using PetCoach.

Hi there and thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to address your concern. The antibiotic injection did not likely worsen the area. The wipes may be further irritating the area so I would discontinue the wipes and consider trying a topical spray such as Malacetic Conditioning spray (can be found online) and apply twice daily until resolved. This may also be a fungal infection such as ringworm so using the spray will help treat the potential fungal infection. If the area does not improve or it worsens, I would bring Marlow back in for a recheck examination with the previous veterinarian so that the most appropriate diagnostic and treatment recommendations can be made. I hope this helps! Please let me know if you have any other questions or concerns and I would be more than happy to help you further.

I'm so sorry other that! It sounds like he's been through a lot. a lot depends on what the biopsy results show, unfortunately its very hard to speculate without that information, other than to say that his prognosis is more guarded since he is FIV +. Sorry I don't have more to offer you right now; please feel free to post again with the results once you have them, or request a consultation with an expert once you have results and we will do our best to help you more. I'm so glad to hear that he is feeling well. Thank you for asking Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach!

I can understand your concern. Vaccine reactions in pets can’t be predicted and is pretty uncommon, with less than 5% of pets having them and even less so in cats. It is necessary in this situation to get Kiski vaccinated so it is best to start the process with your vet. You could also request that he get a pre-vaccination shot to help reduce his chances of a reaction even further. Ask your vet about this when you schedule your appointment or get his immunizations started. And lastly the latest studies suggest that getting all the vaccine done at once instead of spreading them out, reduces the chances of a reaction occurring because you are not challenging the body’s immune system multiple times versus once or twice, if boosters are needed. I hope that things go well for your pet Kiski moving forward. Take care. : )