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Briana + Binx

Briana + Binx

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Happy Saturday!

For anyone that missed it yesterday, Binx got his labs back and has been officially diagnosed with hyperthyroidism and acromegaly (results in the SS). It's daunting but without a doubt, better to know than not. It was overwhelming yesterday digging into what this could mean, but big thanks to @Staci & Ivy and @Wendy&Neko for putting me at ease by sharing so many resources and first hand experiences. This community means everything 🖤

I'm getting a referral to an internist to discuss Binx's assortment of conditions (FD, CKD S2, Hyper-t, Acro) and I really hope we can have that appointment soon, so we can get him on the right path for treating everything, especially his acro. The vet has also ordered medication for his thyroid and as confirmed by Staci, we're starting low, which is good.

Since his hyperthyroidism can mask kidney values, I'm eager to find the right diet that balances carbs and phos. So I'll be introducing another option this weekend - a Weruva flavour (chicken frick a zee) that seems to have both low carb and low pho. I hope it doesn't do the same thing the Tiki Cat did.

Currently, Binx is sleeping on my lap while I type this and I know we're in this together. He's been so resilient (anti-jinx) and I'm hoping this stays true as we tackle what comes next.

Hope everyone has a wonderful weekend 🤗 Hold your babies tight and give them lots of kisses and chin scratches from me!
 
Briana + Binx said:
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Happy Saturday!

For anyone that missed it yesterday, Binx got his labs back and has been officially diagnosed with hyperthyroidism and acromegaly (results in the SS). It's daunting but without a doubt, better to know than not. It was overwhelming yesterday digging into what this could mean, but big thanks to @Staci & Ivy and @Wendy&Neko for putting me at ease by sharing so many resources and first hand experiences. This community means everything 🖤

I'm getting a referral to an internist to discuss Binx's assortment of conditions (FD, CKD S2, Hyper-t, Acro) and I really hope we can have that appointment soon, so we can get him on the right path for treating everything, especially his acro. The vet has also ordered medication for his thyroid and as confirmed by Staci, we're starting low, which is good.

Since his hyperthyroidism can mask kidney values, I'm eager to find the right diet that balances carbs and phos. So I'll be introducing another option this weekend - a Weruva flavour (chicken frick a zee) that seems to have both low carb and low pho. I hope it doesn't do the same thing the Tiki Cat did.

Currently, Binx is sleeping on my lap while I type this and I know we're in this together. He's been so resilient (anti-jinx) and I'm hoping this stays true as we tackle what comes next.

Hope everyone has a wonderful weekend 🤗 Hold your babies tight and give them lots of kisses and chin scratches from me!
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You’ve got this Briana and Binx 💕💕💕💕💕💕
Many hugs back to both of you from me and Ivy 🫂💕🥰💓😻💝💟
 
I hate to hear this Briana. Things have really gotten complicated for him, haven't they? I had a cat with thyroid issues (and CKD, from which he ultimately died at 19 years of age), and we initially treated him with transdermal Methimazole. He eventually developed a malignant tumor on the thyroid, that we had removed, and then had the radioactive iodine ablation. Both procedures were successful and took care of the problem. He came through the procedures with no problems, even though he had to stay in the clinic for a week or two (this was several years ago--so it might be different now). He was also (and I'm guessing) about 11 or 12 when he had the procedure.

Keeping you and Binx in our thoughts as you navigate and make decisions on his ongoing treatment.
 
Mary & Jude said:
I hate to hear this Briana. Things have really gotten complicated for him, haven't they? I had a cat with thyroid issues (and CKD, from which he ultimately died at 19 years of age), and we initially treated him with transdermal Methimazole. He eventually developed a malignant tumor on the thyroid, that we had removed, and then had the radioactive iodine ablation. Both procedures were successful and took care of the problem. He came through the procedures with no problems, even though he had to stay in the clinic for a week or two (this was several years ago--so it might be different now). He was also (and I'm guessing) about 11 or 12 when he had the procedure.

Keeping you and Binx in our thoughts as you navigate and make decisions on his ongoing treatment.
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Thank you, Mary :bighug: They really are getting quite complex! I appreciate you sharing your experience, it's been really helpful to hear how everyone else has tackled these things and it shows me that Binx and I have options. All your cats are so lucky to have you, you've taken such good care of them 😊 Sounds like Binx is around the same age as when your kitty went through this and reaching 19 from going through this at 11/12 is quite the feat (but not long enough, never long enough - I am sorry for your loss). I'd be curious to know what the clinic stay would be now too, like you mentioned. The radioactive therapy is definitely of interest, so I may have some questions once I know more.

Hugs to Jude and the whole gang 🤗🖤
 
Best of luck - you two can handle this, together, I am sure! ❤️ I'm glad you're getting such good resources and support!
 
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