Diabetes
Diabetes is one of the most serious and complex health concerns in cats. It is caused by either a lack of the hormone insulin (diabetes type 1) or inadequate response to insulin (diabetes type 2). Obese cats are at higher risk of developing diabetes. Symptoms of diabetes include:
- Changes in appetite (increased or decreased)
- Increased water intake
- Weight loss
- Frequent urination
- Sweet-smelling breath
- Lethargy
- Dehydration
- Unkempt hair coat
- Urinary tract infections
Diabetes cannot be cured. It can only be controlled via daily monitoring and regular insulin shots. However, every diabetic cat needs individually tailored treatment and every cat responds differently to the therapy. Critical cats require hospitalization until stabilized.
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