Vaccine Sarcoma [31-8-15]

Vaccine Sarcoma

Regular vaccinations for your cat are important to his health, but in rare cases they can be a problem. Veterinarians across the U.S. are seeing a slight increase in the number of cancerous tumors, called sarcomas, in places where cats recently had vaccinations. Sarcomas are uncommon-four or fewer per 10,000 vaccinations-but serious and very difficult to manage successfully. To reduce your cat's risk of developing a sarcoma, talk to your veterinarian about ways to lessen the number of shots your cat requires. Carefully examine the cat's environment, including his potential exposure to infectious agents. If there's little risk, certain vaccinations may not be necessary. For more information, consult your veterinarian.