My cat has hyperthyroidism, dr said I_131 iodine radio therapy is ok, just by blood analysis?
and urinalysis, is that enough to diagnose if the kidneys are really ok in a hyperthyroid cat?which is better? methimazole ot I131-iodine therapy. he has only been on meds for 1 week and a half when they checked his t4 values? it seems to good to be true that his kidneys are ok, and that he is a good candidate for the above, since hyperthyroidism usually masks and covers unhealthy kidneys. the i131 can be a cure or be fatal. cue if his kidneys are really ok? and how do i know for sure? and fatal if he gets the above and the treatment causes renal failure. in addition to him already having heart murmur caused by the hyperthyroidism. but the meds he is on is causing him black stool. whuch of the two is the lesser evil of therapy? surgery is put of the question cuz hes to old & sick risk anesthesia. pls help me i love my cat and want to make the best decision with unhelpful dr's that dont care.
2006-11-26 08:33:43 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases