Preventing Cat Nasal Cancer Naturally
Cat nasal cancer occurs infrequently but it when it does strike, it is usually with deadly results. Tumors can develop in either the nasal cavity itself or in the frontal sinuses. While nasal cancer does not usually spread, it is almost always malignant. Like all forms of feline cancer, the best way to avoid it is by doing everything you can to ensure the overall good health of your cat.
The main difficulty in identifying and treating feline nasal cancer is that the symptoms do not manifest quickly. Symptoms can remain dormant for as long as five years, by which time the cancer will have moved long past the treatable stage. The symptoms of nasal cancer vary depending on the location of the tumor. Tumors within the nasal cavity itself can cause nasal discharge and sneezing, while those in the frontal sinuses can cause heavy breathing, changes in the sound of the voice, and sometimes even facial deformity.
If you suspect that your pet may be suffering from cat nasal cancer, you should get it to the vet as quickly as possible for a thorough examination. The only way to accurately diagnose nasal cancer is with a range of tests including blood tests, a biopsy and a CT or MRI. Unfortunately, once a diagnosis is made the likelihood of successful treatment is slim.
