Neurological, hyperthyroid cat.?

Question

I work at an animal clinic. Last year, I rescued an eight-year old male cat, abandoned. He stayed with us at the clinic for almost two months, regaining his weight and getting healthy because he had upper respiratory. We did a T4 check and discovered he is hyperthyroid. I adopted him and he lives with me. He is on tapazole for the hyperthyroid, but has started pulling out his fur on his legs and lower back. Not big clumps of it, but it is noticeably bald in some areas. He also twitches a little from time to time. The vet I work with said it is neurological and suggested kitty valium, but I don't want him on that unless he gets bad. Any suggestions for something to help him out?

I work with two of the best vets in the county, and one suggested kitty valium, while the other suggested just leaving it be unless it got worse. I just don't like him being uncomfortable. But I DEFINITELY don't want him on those meds if I can help it.

Answer 1

First and foremost, I thank God that you've taken the time and love out for your kitty - I've rescued tons myself; not intentionally...evidently I must have a vacancy sign on my house because they all flock to me for help! lol. I strongly suggest that you take your kitty to another vet for a second opinion - they may be able to hone in on something more that the first vet missed; it'll also allow you to gain a better idea of the situation at hand...maybe there's another medication that will help him through his problem. I wish you and your cat luck!!!!

Answer 2

I'm not sure how to help, but for what it's worth, my cat grooms herself on her feet so much that she's constantly pulling all the hair off her paws. On one occassion, they bled. We try to distract her, but I'm not sure why she does that. GL!