Has your American Longhair recently been diagnosed with the FELV virus (also known as the Feline Leukemia Virus)? If so, give your vet a call to find out more about the disease and other illnesses that may arise. For instance, FELV can cause anemia, lymphoma, and a suppressed immune system. There is no cure for FeLV and most treatment options are designed to prolong your cat’s quality of life. It’s important to have your American Longhair tested routinely for FeLV even if a diagnosis has already been made. There are levels or degrees of the illness. Your cat may test FeLV positive, but maintain normal levels for years before any symptoms of the disease appear. In addition, your cat may show FeLV positive and simply be a carrier and not actually infected with the disease. If your cat is showing symptoms, schedule an appointment and talk with your vet Folsom, CA to learn about medication, long-term care and additional advice.