Can FIV cause skin problems in cats?

Viral Diseases FIV-related skin problems include abscesses, skin and ear bacterial infections, and mycotic infections. Some cats with FIV develop nonpruritic, generalized, papulocrustous lesions with concurrent alopecia and scaling, which are most severe on the head and limbs.

What does eosinophilic granuloma look like?

Eosinophilic granulomas are raised, circular, yellowish to pink nodules. They may be found anywhere on the body but are most common on the head, face, bridge of the nose, ears, paw pads, lips, chin, mouth, and thighs. Linear lesions are found most often on the thighs but have been seen on other body locations.

How is eosinophilic granuloma diagnosed in cats?

How is eosinophilic granuloma complex diagnosed? Diagnosis is based on your cat’s medical history and physical examination findings. In order to obtain a definitive diagnosis, your veterinarian may perform a fine needle aspiration (FNA).

How do I know if my cat is FIV positive?

Some of the most common signs seen in FIV infected cats are:

  1. Weight loss.
  2. Recurrent fever.
  3. Lethargy.
  4. Enlarged lymph nodes.
  5. Gingivitis and stomatitis (inflammation of the gums and mouth)
  6. Chronic or recurrent respiratory, ocular and intestinal disease.
  7. Chronic skin disease.

Is feline eosinophilic granuloma fatal?

What is the prognosis for a cat diagnosed with eosinophilic granuloma complex? Most cases respond well to medical treatment. Recurrence is common and therefore life-long intermittent treatment in many cases in needed.

What do you feed a FIV positive cat?

For cats, these diets should be 80 to 90% meat. The remainder of the diet being a mixture of whole grains and fruits and vegetables. Other things to consider for the FIV positive cat: minimal vaccines, minimal use of chemicals, and avoid heavy cleaning products in the house.

Are cats with FIV in pain?

FIV infection sometimes leads to gingivitis, painful inflammation of the gums. Some antiviral therapies have been shown to help FIV-infected cats suffering from inflammation of the gums (gingivitis) and mouth (stomatitis).