and is way too thin. Could my cat be diabetic? What are the signs of Diabetes in a cat?
2006-10-31 15:51:58 · 8 answers · asked by bonbon857 2 in Pets ➔ Cats
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2006-10-31 16:00:32 · answer #1 · answered by Jay 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Your cat could be diabetic, but given his/her age, I'd be more suspicious of hyperthyroidism or renal (kidney) failure.
All of these conditions will cause a cat to lose weight and be urinating a lot (meaning that they have to drink a lot to maintain hydration). If s/he has a good appetite but is losing weight, then hyperthyroidism or diabetes would top the list. Hyperthyroidism also makes them quite 'grumpy', and can cause heart problems.
Best thing to do is take your cat to the vets...they can do a proper examination, and check the cat's blood glucose or fructosamine, thryoid hormone levels and kidney function.
All the best
2006-10-31 16:07:48 · answer #2 · answered by Loz 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Excessive thirst and weight loss are symptoms of diabetes. A simple blood test will diagnose it, if this is your cat's problem. I had a cat, who lived to be 19, and from the time he was 12, I had to give him two injections of insulin a day.
After a short period of time, Alex clued in that he felt better after his injections. He would actually come to me almost on cue, when they were due. High blood sugar can make cats and humans feel just awful. Vet appointment and a very simple and inexpensive blood test will give you the answer you need.
2006-10-31 16:02:50 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
The most common signs are excessive thirst, excessive urination, eating and not gaining weight. This is a very common old age disease in cats. You need to take your cat to the vet and they can do a blood test. Good luck.
2006-10-31 16:01:34 · answer #4 · answered by ravensun37 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
You should not try and diagnose your cat at home. If your cat is drinking excessively and thin there could be a number of reasons for this, your cat should be seen by his/her vet. Good Luck.
2006-11-01 08:55:39 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Excessive urination is the most obvious symptom. Drinking lots of water can also be a symptom of kidney failure. You need to take your cat to the vet and get him tested.
2006-10-31 16:02:57 · answer #6 · answered by injanier 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like it, i suggest you take it to the vet. Excessive thirst and urination also weight loss.. same signs in humans as well
2006-10-31 17:45:20 · answer #7 · answered by Lucy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2006-10-31 15:59:27 · answer #8 · answered by Butterfly Princess 4 · 0⤊ 4⤋