Her conventional veterinarian
suspected hyperthyroidism, although thyroid testing revealed no abnormalities.
Cathie Williams, a former veterinary technician in Olalla, Wash., observed weight loss despite a voracious appetite in her son's cat and
suspected hyperthyroidism.
Because these symptoms can also be symptoms of other problems or conditions, take your child for blood work and a physical, if
you suspect hyperthyroidism.
Not exact matches
Those who are
suspected to have
hyperthyroidism may also have their T3 and T4 levels tested, as these levels are higher than normal in the case of
hyperthyroidism.
Systemic hypertension and
hyperthyroidism should always be excluded in middle aged and older cats
suspected of having underlying HCM.
If
hyperthyroidism is
suspected, your veterinarian can perform bloodwork to help make the diagnosis.
If that is the case, but
hyperthyroidism is still strongly
suspected, your veterinarian may recommend additional tests to help confirm the diagnosis.
Occasionally, a cat that is
suspected of having
hyperthyroidism has a TT4 level within the upper range of normal.
Occasionally, a cat
suspected of having
hyperthyroidism will have T4 levels within the upper range of normal cats.
In these cases, if you still
suspect a cat has
hyperthyroidism, conduct:
Hypertension is
suspected in cats that have been diagnosed with kidney or heart disease in addition to
hyperthyroidism.
If you
suspect that your cat may be suffering from this disorder, or have questions regarding what feline
hyperthyroidism is, how it affects your cat's thyroid, symptoms, or anything related to the condition, this section is for you.
• Excessive thirst and appetite • Weight loss despite a normal or even increased appetite • Hyperactivity or restlessness • Change in temperament (a normally docile cat may become aggressive) • Excessive urination, or urination in the house • Increased frequency of defecation or diarrhoea • Vomiting • Poor hair coat • Rapid nail growth
Hyperthyroidism is diagnosed by a blood test, which can be performed by your veterinarian if you
suspect your cat is showing any of the symptoms, it is highly recommended to consult your vet as further problems can occur, including progressive weight loss and fatal heart complications.
Some researchers
suspect that soy in food is a contributor to feline
hyperthyroidism.
Occasionally a cat
suspected of having
hyperthyroidism will have T4 levels at the upper end of the normal range, and then another test called a T3 Suppression Test can be done.
Confirmatory testing: If your veterinarian
suspects juvenile
hyperthyroidism based on x-rays and bloodwork, he will confirm the diagnosis by measuring the level of parathyroid hormone in your dog's blood.