Lucas has cancer (5-22-06)

[catmandu]

Jen We Are Praying That These Shots Will Help Lucas.
Y.lee Angel Has Returned To See Lucas With Angels Angel To See If They Cant Help.
The Pet Angels Will Bring Lucas Special Kitty Bags From The Hotels, And Kitty Angel Kisses.
We Are Praying For Lucas.

[smokey the elder]

I'm so sorry about Lucas. Five visible tumors is definitely not encouraging. At this stage the steroids probably won't do any harm and will probably make him feel better.

Not to hijack, but I have to put in two cents about chemo. I've had two cats go through it. The value of chemo very much depends on the kind of tumor. In both cases it had minimal quality of life effect on the cat. Pink Nose did not even lose a single whisker.

{{Hugs}} to you and Lucas.

[Vio&Juni]

Jen, I am sorry to hear this about dear Lucas - he's always been my favourite of your kitties.

I hope the shots help.

[Ally Cat's Mommy]

Jen, I would trust you above anyone else to do what is right for MY cats, and I know you will do whatever is best for darling Lucas. I'm so glad to hear that the injection has improved his current symptoms - and given him back some QUALITY of life, as you said - that's so important.

You are both in my thoughts and prayers.

[jazzcat]

That is a great update Jen. You are right, it's all about quality and it sounds like his is improving greatly.

Please give Lucas a hug for me.

[gini]

Jen, I just saw this thread and have read it from start to finish.

My heart goes out to you as you treat Lucas and I hope you see improvement every day.

My how these orange boys grip our heart - there is nothing like them!