Elizabeth and Bertie
Member Since 2010
Brilliant info, thank you! I did search online but didn't find anything helpful. You did way better than I did...
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Too low glucose almost hypo sos
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Elizabeth and Bertie
Member Since 2010
How is the kitty doing now..? Do we have any update on blood glucose level?
Hello!
I am back with mixed news about Lisa! She has been off the pill all this time and her bg levels have been below 120 tested at home!! She went to the vet for a checkout this week, bg was 65 and we are also waiting for the fructosamine result to declare her in remission
However, her creatinine has risen from 1.0 in June to 2.33 mg/dL just in four months! So she was prescribed a supplement (renalvet) and was told to start eating renal food. She is now eating wild freedom. So we have to look for new food choices. Lisa will also take a more thourough bloodwork and urine test soon.
To me it seems weird that creatinine has risen so high in such a short time...
I am back with mixed news about Lisa! She has been off the pill all this time and her bg levels have been below 120 tested at home!! She went to the vet for a checkout this week, bg was 65 and we are also waiting for the fructosamine result to declare her in remission
However, her creatinine has risen from 1.0 in June to 2.33 mg/dL just in four months! So she was prescribed a supplement (renalvet) and was told to start eating renal food. She is now eating wild freedom. So we have to look for new food choices. Lisa will also take a more thourough bloodwork and urine test soon.
To me it seems weird that creatinine has risen so high in such a short time...
jt and trouble (GA)
Member Since 2009
Just a quick google search:
Several diagnostic tests may be needed to determine the cause of polyuria and polydipsia because many different diseases may cause these symptoms.
many disease could cause this.
Several diagnostic tests may be needed to determine the cause of polyuria and polydipsia because many different diseases may cause these symptoms.
many disease could cause this.
jt and trouble (GA)
Member Since 2009
Hold on for more replies this will bump your question to the top of the list.
Critter Mom
Member Since 2014
Hi Sophia!
Great news that Lisa is in remission.
One possibility is a kidney/urinary tract issue. With the recent increase in Lisa's creatinine levels, that's the first place I'd look. Also hyperthyroidism may cause PU/PD (and it's a fairly common condition in middle-aged cats). According to this article other possible causes may include:
● Uterine infection
● Liver disease
● Low protein diets
● Age
Here's another informative article (eavy.
Looks like blood work may be the next step. BTW, I'd also suggest getting a cystocentesis with culture and sensitivity to check for possible urinary tract infection. It is possible for UTIs to impact kidney function and are therefore they're important to check for and treat if present, doubly so if there's already a question mark over kidney function.
My civvie, Lúnasa, has CKD. I measure her fluid intake (food and water) and weigh her pee clumps* every day make sure she's not getting dehydrated. I did the same for Saoirse.
I hope some of the above helps Dionysia. Please say hello to her for me.
Mogs
(* I use OKO Plus Cat's Best granular clumping litter. I checked with the manufacturer how much water it absorbs, and from that I get a fairly good estimate of fluids lost when peeing.)
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Great news that Lisa is in remission.
As Jeanne commented above, diabetes isn't the only root cause of PU/PD.
One possibility is a kidney/urinary tract issue. With the recent increase in Lisa's creatinine levels, that's the first place I'd look. Also hyperthyroidism may cause PU/PD (and it's a fairly common condition in middle-aged cats). According to this article other possible causes may include:
● Uterine infection
● Liver disease
● Low protein diets
● Age
Here's another informative article (eavy.
Looks like blood work may be the next step. BTW, I'd also suggest getting a cystocentesis with culture and sensitivity to check for possible urinary tract infection. It is possible for UTIs to impact kidney function and are therefore they're important to check for and treat if present, doubly so if there's already a question mark over kidney function.
Maybe 2-3, but it depends on how much fluid the cat is taking in through drinking and eating wet food.
My civvie, Lúnasa, has CKD. I measure her fluid intake (food and water) and weigh her pee clumps* every day make sure she's not getting dehydrated. I did the same for Saoirse.
I hope some of the above helps Dionysia. Please say hello to her for me.
Mogs
(* I use OKO Plus Cat's Best granular clumping litter. I checked with the manufacturer how much water it absorbs, and from that I get a fairly good estimate of fluids lost when peeing.)
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