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treatment success. Diabetic cats typically present for investigation of polyuria, polydipsia, polyphagia and weight loss, although the ratio in which these individual signs occur may vary between patients. Reduced activity, attitude, ability to jump, plantigrade (and even palmigrade) posture and unkempt hair coat might also be present.
15 Αυγ 2023 · Weight loss despite having a good appetite is common in older cats. The most common causes are hyperthyroidism, diabetes, cancer and normal aging changes. Treatments are available for senior cat conditions that can help them regain their lost weight.
Causes of feline diabetes. Feline diabetes can affect cats of any age, sex, or breed. The disorder is more common in overweight male cats over six years old. The causes are unknown although poor nutrition as a kitten, genetics, obesity, hormonal imbalances and certain medications can all be factors.
diagnostic testing and treatment plans to be adapted for individual patients. This article reviews methods for achieving good glycaemic control and monitoring in diabetic cats, and discusses how the aetiology of DM might influence individual cats’ treatment plans and prognosis. Aetiology of feline DM. 2 / 13
Diabetes mellitus is a common disorder in middle-aged and older cats, particularly those who are overweight or obese. It affects all breeds and both sexes, although it is somewhat more common in male cats.
Dietary Therapy. The goals of dietary therapy are to complement insulin in controlling hyperglycemia through limiting carbohydrate availability as well as to assist in achieving or maintaining an ideal body weight (BW).
26 Σεπ 2015 · Well-recognized causes of weight loss in old cats include chronic renal disease, diabetes mellitus, hyperthyroidism, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), exocrine pancreatic insufficiency, and dental problems, to name a few.
