Senior Cat Cured of Hyperthyroidism After Multiple Rescue Appeals
A senior cat named Marian, who had been surrendered and then re-adopted, was diagnosed with a thyroid condition at about ten years old. After six unsuccessful rescue pleas, Liberation Cat House accepted her and arranged treatment at the NuCat Feline Hyperthyroid Clinic.
The clinic administered a single, painless injection of I-131 radioiodine therapy, a treatment that can cure the condition rather than merely manage it. Thirty days after the short stay, Marian’s thyroid levels had returned to the healthy range and she was declared officially, completely cured.
Since her recovery, Marian’s coat has regrown, her energy has returned, and she now enjoys snuggling and being scratched around her ears. She also has a distinctive raspy meow and remains a gentle, affectionate companion.
Key takeaways
- Marian was diagnosed with hyperthyroidism at about ten years old.
- She received a single I-131 radioiodine injection at NuCat.
- Thirty days later her thyroid levels were normal and she was cured.
- Her coat has regrown and she is active and affectionate.
- The rescue effort involved multiple shelters and a dedicated foster home.
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Originally reported by Love Meow. Read the full article.
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