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Feline Immunodeficiency Virus
A retrovirus that attacks the immune system of cats, similar to HIV in humans. Primarily transmitted through deep bite wounds from infected cats. Causes progressive immune suppression, making cats vulnerable to secondary infections.
Key Facts
- Transmitted primarily through bite wounds — outdoor fighting cats at highest risk
- NOT easily spread through casual contact, grooming, or shared food/water
- Causes progressive immune suppression over months to years
- Infected cats may live normal lifespans with proper care
- Testing: simple in-clinic blood test; retest 60+ days after suspected bite exposure
- Outdoor cats should be tested annually regardless of vaccination status
- FIV-positive cats should become indoor-only to reduce hazards and prevent transmission
- No cure; management focuses on preventing secondary infections
- FIV-positive cats are more susceptible to: dental disease, respiratory infections, fungal infections
- Can cause low platelet counts (thrombocytopenia) leading to nosebleeds
ความเชื่อมโยง (13)
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Bartonellaโรค
— immunocompromised cats may show more Bartonella symptoms
Bite Wound Abscessโรค
— transmitted through bite wounds
Demodectic Mangeโรค
— immune suppression link with D. cati
Feline Leukemia Virusโรค
— often tested together; both retroviruses spread by contact
Feline Upper Respiratory Infectionโรค
— immunosuppression worsens URI
Fungal Infectionsโรค
— immunosuppression increases susceptibility
Intestinal Parasitesโรค
— immunosuppressed cats more vulnerable
Plasma Cell Pododermatitisโรค
— associated in 50% of cases
Rabiesโรค
— also transmitted by bites
Ringwormโรค
— immunosuppression increases susceptibility
Toxoplasmosisโรค
— immunosuppression increases susceptibility