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Thanks! And for the info too, its useful as i'm reading up a lot.
I am less worried but my partner was already struggling due to the stress of our other cat, and knowing he is FIV and there could be a risk (even if small) has made that worse.
He is back with us for the time being and getting lots of fuss. He also (it turns out) has an ulcer on his left eye, and has some infected scratches on his front legs we hadn't noticed, so he's shaved in several areas and receiving eye drops and antiseptic cream so is slightly out of sorts today (not forgetting his castration!) it's been a bit of a week for him.
On the plus side, one of my colleagues at work might home him, I've given them the reality of his health so they are discussing with their partner and doing their own reading up, but I think they are keen so that would be a good outcome.
He will be with us until at least the new year, we will keep looking after him and managing the situation until we manage to find him a new home.
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FWIW the risk of this is pretty low. It's usually transmitted during fights - proper fights, not just hissy swipy scraps. In your position I'd strongly consider keeping him.
https://aspengrovevet.com/feline-immunodeficiency-virus-infection-fiv/ (have a look at the "How do cats get FIV?" and "One cat in my household is FIV-positive and the others are not. What should I do?" sections)
Well done for taking care of him :-) Even if you do end up deciding it's too risky then he's had a much better chance at life because of your efforts than he'd have had without.