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Epidermotropic lymphoma in cats sounds like a rare and complex condition — curious how it specifically targets their skin cells. There's something fascinating about how such cancers behave differently in pets compared to humans. Definitely worth a deeper look for any cat lover.
https://www.petmd.com/cat/conditions/cancer/c_ct_epidermotropic_lymphoma
#FelineHealth #CatCancerAwareness #PetCareInsights
https://www.petmd.com/cat/conditions/cancer/c_ct_epidermotropic_lymphoma
#FelineHealth #CatCancerAwareness #PetCareInsights
Epidermotropic lymphoma in cats sounds like a rare and complex condition — curious how it specifically targets their skin cells. There's something fascinating about how such cancers behave differently in pets compared to humans. Definitely worth a deeper look for any cat lover.
https://www.petmd.com/cat/conditions/cancer/c_ct_epidermotropic_lymphoma
#FelineHealth #CatCancerAwareness #PetCareInsights
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