Feline infectious peritonitis is a virus commonly found in the feline population. It is an untreatable, often fatal disease. Currently there is no known treatment for this virus.
Some available treatments are designed to induce a short term remission. Unfortunately, it is only successful in a small number of cats. Treatment is mostly aimed at supportive care. Good nutrition and fluid therapy are an essential part of the treatment. Cats with feline infectious peritonitis are often treated with a regimen of antibiotics, corticosteroids, and cytotoxic medications. Blood transfusions and draining fluids from the chest or abdominal areas also play a large role in the prescribed treatment plan. Research is being done to find an immunosuppressive medication that will cure cats diagnosed with feline infectious peritonitis.
The use of the immune suppressant drugs; cyclophosphamide and prednisone, are used as a combination therapy to help slow down the progress of the virus. Even with the use of glucocorticoids, certain therapies fail to cure the disease. Many veterinarians have recommended using immune modulators as a medical option for the treatment of the feline infectious peritonitis virus. At the present time, there is no documented confirmation of their effectiveness in treating this disease.
If you want to keep your dog healthy and energetic, you must regularly visit a Veterinarian to keep an eye on your pet's health. If you want a medical check up for your dog, you can visit Kindness Animal Hospital Tulsa. They are full service veterinary care for your pets whether it is a dog, cat or bird.
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