FIV positive cat - supportive Rx?

Re: FIV positive cat - supportive Rx?

never2far — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 17:37:46 GMT

Hey there..these are some tips that may help..i have use a supplement called dimethylglycine (DMG) in my practice with good results..helps in many areas of the patient

Regular veterinary check ups.
Maintaining proper parasite control ie deworm, flea control
Ensuring that prompt veterinary attention is sought at the first sign of illness.
Feed a high quality diet and high protein diet during stage 3
Limiting their exposure to disease by keeping them indoors & away from neighbourhood or stray cats.
The use of anti bacterial & anti fungal drugs as per need
Maintain a proper vaccination regime to protect your cat from other infectious diseases.

Hope this helps..take care

Mervin, Malaysia

Re: FIV positive cat - supportive Rx?

Andrew Kent — Wed, 07 Jan 2009 14:15:19 GMT

Hi Sands,

In terms of general supportive treatments there have been some good reports concerning the use of evening primrose oil (one capsule daily) in FIV positive cats.

I think it is most beneficial in early cases with few clinical signs but is worth a go - I have had one cat pick up well on this.

Andy

Re: FIV positive cat - supportive Rx?

Anonymous — Wed, 07 Jan 2009 14:11:25 GMT

for the vaccinations in cats FIV + I've found very interesting the guidelines of Advisory Board of Cats Disease, www.abcd-vets.org

Francesca

Re: FIV positive cat - supportive Rx?

Christopher Tansley — Wed, 07 Jan 2009 11:33:28 GMT

Is your patient insured? Would be worth talking to Virbac re interferon use.

Have in the past used steroids to improve appetite and quality of life in elderly cats with owners on a very limited budget. Really shouldn't work but does seem to improve QOL. Os need to be aware of possible problems obviously.

Vaccination is an interesting one...... Try talking to your vacc manufacturer see what they suggest.