My cat with leukemia has lumps and is crying. What should I do?

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My cat has leukemia he has been acting really strange the last week eating less and less avoids me if it all possible which is really strange when I pick him up he has two large lumps under his belly back by his scrotum and he cries a lot please help me I hope money won't be an issue because I'm not dealing with a lot I'm on disability but I'll stand on a street corner if I have to for him thank you. Pet's info: Cat | American Shorthair | Male | 2 years and 8 months old | 13 lbs

Megan, DVM, CVA · Accepted Answer

Poor Norbert. Since you know that he has feline leukemia, I would get him started on some l-lysine if you haven't already. There is a paste and chew formulas. This helps to boost their immune system. See links below for options. I would also be concerned that he has an abscess or infection or even a tumor where those swellings are. He could be avoiding you because he is uncomfortable. I would have your vet take a look at him. Your vet will be able to determine what the swellings are and even do blood work if needed. They should be able to get him starts on some antibiotics, pain meds and even an appetite stimulant if needed. I would be sure to ask the vet for an estimate before they do any diagnostics. The vet should be able to come up with a treatment plan that will help Norbert but also fit your needs. I do not recommend to give any human pain meds as most of these are toxic to cats. I hope this helps and he starts to feel better soon! L-Lysine chews: https://www.petco.com/shop/en/petcostore/product/vetri-science-laboratories-vetri-lysine-plus-bite-sized-cat-chews-120-count-2215443?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&adpos=1o2&scid=scplp2215443&sc_intid=2215443&cm_mmc=PLA-GG-_-PTC_P_BND_PLA-GG_FY17_SCShopping-TM-_-Non+VIP-_-92700026086767577&kwid=p26086767577&device=c&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIgMSVktCj2AIVw7XACh2AZgaGEAQYAiABEgLRp_D_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds L-lysine paste: https://www.chewy.com/vetoquinol-viralys-l-lysine-oral-gel/dp/102542?utm_source=google-product&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=hg&utm_content=Vetoquinol&utm_term=&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI_ozrr9Cj2AIVgbrACh2ykg-REAQYASABEgLx2_D_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

My cat with leukemia has lumps and is crying. What should I do?

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