Lymphoma in Dogs
Lymphoma is cancer of the lymph cells (lymphocytes) and lymphoid tissues. Lymphoid tissue is found in lymph nodes, spleen, liver, intestinal tract, and bone marrow. The type of lymphoma depends upon where the cancer originates: it may be the skin form, the intestinal form, or generalized, and may spread throughout the lymph nodes (called multicentric). Signs for you to watch for include a firm lump that grows and won’t go away. Some pets have an increased appetite but continue to lose weight. Others have problems breathing and may show overall weakness if they are becoming anemic.
Treatment
The problem with this type of cancer in dogs is that it can't be cured by chemotherapy-it ONLY puts it into a temporary remission, and then comes back.
It was common to see in veterinary practice, with so few options.
Natural Remedies- Here are some to consider
FLAVONOIDS. These are compounds in a class of their own. They compose the thousands of structures that give the bright color to fruits and vegetables. They are antioxidants as well as having anti-cancer properties. These include flavones (apigenin), isoflavones (genistein), and flavonols (quercetin). Purchase a mixed bioflavonoid product that contains polyphenols, particularly EGCG (epigallocatechin-gallate), which is the specific flavonoid isolated from green tea. The dose for a ten-pound dog or cat is 250 mg daily.
CURCUMIN. This is part of the spice turmeric. It may inhibit the growth as well as spread of tumors. It has also been shown to decrease the side effects of chemotherapy. The dose is 250 mg per ten pounds of body weight daily.
APOCAPS. This a neutraceutical supplement which is getting positive reviews from dog owners and veterinarians alike. Apocaps® CX helps dogs by unlocking a natural biological process in the body called apoptosis. Apoptosis safely and naturally dismantles and clears old and damaged cells from the body.
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