2012年4月20日 · Thomas Graves and WebMD team up to provide feline diabetes information and tips for treatment or prevention. An alarming number of cats are developing diabetes mellitus, which is the...

It is estimated that between 1:100 and 1:500 cats will be diagnosed with diabetes during their lifetime. The most important risk factors identified for the development of diabetes in cats include obesity, increasing age, physical inactivity, male gender, and the use of glucocorticoids (steroids) to treat other illnesses such as feline asthma.

2024年4月24日 · In this expert guide to caring for a diabetic cat, we’ll discuss: The upsides to having a diabetic cat; The cost of insulin for cats; Other costs to consider when owning a diabetic cat; Why diabetic cats need extra care when you’re away

2023年3月6日 · Diabetes in cats is a disorder where the body cannot effectively utilize and regulate blood sugar. We have the signs to look for and tips to help your cat.

Cat diabetes is a treatable, manageable condition. You can maintain your sanity and your cat's health, all on a reasonable budget. Medical doctors and veterinarians and many diabetic cat caretakers contribute to this site with knowledge you can trust.

Diabetes mellitus is the second most common endocrine disease in cats. It is seen more frequently in middle-aged to senior cats and is more common in males than in females. While the exact incidence is unknown, the number of diabetic cats is increasing at an alarming rate due to the tremendous increase in the number of overweight and obese cats.

2024年5月16日 · Diabetic cats are usually extremely thirsty, urinate a lot and lose weight despite a good appetite. They may also be sick, be prone to infections and be lethargic. Your vet can diagnose diabetes in cats with some blood tests.

Feline diabetes mellitus is a chronic disease in cats whereby either insufficient insulin response or insulin resistance leads to persistently high blood glucose concentrations. Diabetes affects up to 1 in 230 cats, [1] and may be becoming increasingly …

Diabetes is one of the most frequent endocrinopathies in cats, with an incidence of between 1 in 100, and 1 in 400 (Panciera et al 1990, Rand et al 1997).Anecdotal evidence suggests that the incidence is increasing in cats, as it is in humans, as the frequency of predisposing factors such as obesity increase (Harris 1995).Management of the feline diabetic patient can be a …

2021年6月23日 · What Are the Signs of Diabetes in a Cat? Diabetes in cats symptoms include: Increased urination (amount or frequency). Increased thirst. Increased appetite. Weight loss. With advanced or severe disease, a kitty may be lethargic and otherwise acting ill.