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Feline Diabetes: Signs and Symptoms

By: Kurt Schmitt..
 

Feline diabetes can affect cats of any age, either female or male, but over weight older males are at higher risk. Symptoms will vary depending upon the type and severity of the disease.

Excessive thirst (polydipsia) is a classic sign of the disease as is excessive urination (polyuria). In the early stages, however, your cat may show no symptoms at all.

As diabetes progresses, more symptoms may become apparent. In addition to polyuria and polydipsia, a diabetic cat may experience increased appetite, while at the same time losing weight.

In addition, sick cats will become lethargic. They also may develop diabetic neuropathy, a condition that causes weakness in the back legs.

More severe symptoms may include loss of appetite, vomiting, and dehydration. Over time, afflicted cats may present with liver disease, secondary infections, and display poor hair coat.

A potentially fatal condition known as ketoacidosis can develop in some cats with diabetes. This may bring on breathing abnormalities, and vomiting and diarrhea.

With treatment, feline diabetes is usually a very manageable disease. Body weight and level of exercise are both factors here. Ensure that your cat remains active and does not get heavy throughout her life. This will prevent both the onset of the disease, and help with disease management should your cat be afflicted.

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Kurt Schmitt has built an online resource for cat lovers and writes about the symptoms of feline illnesses such as feline diabetes

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