Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Fibroepithelial mammary growth in neutered tomcats after progestin
By Bethlehem, M & van der Luer, R J·Published in Tijdschrift voor diergeneeskunde·1993·Diergeneeskundig Centrum Z.O. Drenthe·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: [Feline fibro-epithelial hyperplasia in 3 castrated tomcats following treatment with progestagens].
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- cat
Plain-English summary
Three castrated male cats developed swelling in their mammary glands after being treated with progestins, a type of hormone medication. This condition, known as fibroepithelial hyperplasia, is usually seen in female cats but can occur in males treated with these hormones. The cats' symptoms were linked to the hormone treatment, and it highlighted the need for careful monitoring and investigation by veterinarians. Treatment options were discussed, emphasizing the importance of proper veterinary care in managing such cases.
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Abstract
This article describes three castrated tomcats that were treated with progestins. All three developed symptoms of fibroepithelial hyperplasia of the mammary gland, probably as a consequence of this treatment. This disease is commonly found in intact young female cats, pregnant cats, and progestin treated cats. Therapeutical consequences are dealt with and the importance of (histo)pathological investigation to 'Good Veterinary Practice' is pointed out.
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