Hyperthyroidism in older cats
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Dec 18, 2011 · For most cats, onset of clinical signs begins anywhere from 7-12 years of age. However, the prevalence of overt kidney failure is highest in cats older than fifteen years of age. One study found that approximately 49% of cats over 15 years of age had some degree of …
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In summary, hyperthyroidism is a common finding in older cats, but one that is easily treated with an option of several different methods. Left untreated, symptoms will persist and worsen and as the metabolism rate is increased the life expectancy of your cat will shorten.
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The typical cat with hyperthyroidism is middle aged or older. The average age of affected cats is approximately twelve years. The most common clinical sign of hyperthyroidism is weight loss secondary to the increased rate of metabolism. The cat tries to compensate for this with an increased appetite.
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Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is common in older cats and these diseases are two of the most frequent predisposing factors. Studies have shown that about 60% of cats with chronic kidney failure and 25% of cats with hyperthyroidism have hypertension.
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hyperthyroidism. is a benign tumor of the thyroid gland that actually secretes excess thyroid hormone. . It is important for you to know that you are dealing with the most common endocrine disorder in cats over the age of 10. It has been estimated that about 2 % of cats over the age of 10 will develop hyperthyroidism.
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Hyperthyroidism is a disorder characterized by the overproduction of thyroid hormone and a subsequent increase in the metabolic rate. This is a fairly common disease of older cats. Although the thyroid gland enlarges, it is usually a nonmalignant change (benign).
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Rarely cats have a form of the disease called ‘apathetic hyperthyroidism’ where they may be lethargic and inappetant, as opposed to showing the more typical signs. In most cats an enlarged thyroid gland(s) can be felt within the neck, however between 5 to 20% of cats …
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Kidney Diseases and Hyperthyroidism. The kidneys are often the organs that wear out first in many old cats. Since hyperthyroidism usually occurs in older cats, there is always concern about kidney function in these patients. When hyperthyroidism occurs, excess thyroid hormone affects many body functions, including the heart.
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In the cat, accurately diagnosing hyperthyroidism can be complicated when the animal has concurrent nonthyroidal illness or is very old. In geriatric cats with hyperthyroidism, the T4 can be suppressed to within the upper half of the normal adult reference range, not only because of the cat's age but also because of they commonly have other ...
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Low thyroid function (hypothyroidism) is relatively common in dogs and quite rare in cats. Excess thyroid function (hyperthyroidism) is rare in dogs, but is one of the most common diseases diagnosed in cats 8 years of age or older. Each cat may respond to hyperthyroidism a little differently, causing abnormalities to vary from cat to cat.
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