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Advice for referring vets
READ ARTICLE: Advice for referring vetsInformation for Veterinary Surgeons Referring Cats to the Feline Hyperthyroid Clinic The Feline Hyperthyroid Clinic is a dedicated service providing radioiodine (I-131) therapy for cats…
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Aftercare Following Radioiodine Treatment
READ ARTICLE: Aftercare Following Radioiodine TreatmentBringing your cat home Once your cat is discharged, there are a few simple precautions to follow for a short period. These are designed to…
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What causes hyperthyroidism in cats?
READ ARTICLE: What causes hyperthyroidism in cats?In short, we do not know exactly what causes this disease, but there are certainly risk factors, that is to say, some factors that increase…
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Diabetes and hyperthyroidism in cats
READ ARTICLE: Diabetes and hyperthyroidism in catsDiabetes mellitus develops when the body cannot properly control blood glucose (sugar) levels. This usually happens because the body does not produce enough insulin or…
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Kidney disease in cats with hyperthyroidism – should we be treating it?
READ ARTICLE: Kidney disease in cats with hyperthyroidism – should we be treating it?Another major impact of hyperthyroidism involves its effect on the kidneys. The kidneys act like filters, cleaning blood by eliminating waste and keeping fluid levels…
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Heart disease and hyperthyroidism in cats
READ ARTICLE: Heart disease and hyperthyroidism in catsHyperthyroidism results from excessive production of thyroid hormones by the thyroid glands in the neck, and can affect the cardiovascular system, which includes the heart.…
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Understanding Feline Hyperthyroidism
READ ARTICLE: Understanding Feline HyperthyroidismUnderstanding Feline Hyperthyroidism If your vet has mentioned hyperthyroidism in your cat, you’re not alone — it’s one of the most common conditions seen in…
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What are the options for treatment?
READ ARTICLE: What are the options for treatment?So your cat’s been diagnosed, they’re on methimazole or carbimazole, and your vet has started talking about next steps. The medication is doing its job…

