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| | Hyperthyroidism in Cats |
 | | Cats with hyperthyroidism that are not treated often develop a heart condition called hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, in which the muscle of the heart becomes excessively thick. | | | The drug that is used is methimazole (Tapazole). | | | Methimazole is often used as a first course of therapy for hyperthyroidism. |
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http://www.peteducation.com/article.cfm?articleid=218
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| | THE MERCK MANUAL, Sec. 2, Ch. 8, Thyroid Disorders |
| | This is the most common form of therapy in the USA for patients with hyperthyroidism. | | | The clinical presentation of hyperthyroidism may be dramatic or subtle. | | | Whether antithyroid drug therapy is indicated under these conditions is unclear and further studies are necessary. |
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http://www.merck.com/pubs/mmanual/section2/chapter8/8d.htm
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| | Hyperthyroidism |
| | Treatment is adjusted according to response, but to maintain control of the hyperthyroidism with drug therapy, they need to be given daily for the rest of the cat's life. | | | To reduce anaesthetic and surgical complications, where possible it is always recommended that hyperthyroid patients are initially stabilised with anti-thyroid drugs for three to four weeks before surgery. | | | Where possible, blood pressure should also be checked with hyperthyroid cats, and if secondary heart disease is suspected then an electrocardiogram (ECG — electrical tracing of heart activity), and a chest X-ray or ultrasound may be helpful. |
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http://www.fabcats.org/hyperthyroidism.html
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| | Hyperthyroidism |
| | Usually the hyperthyroidism is stabilized with oral medication before the surgery is performed. | | | With good communication between you and your veterinarian, and periodic monitoring of your cat’s condition, she can be expected to remain happy and comfortable for months to years, depending upon other conditions of aging that may occur. | | | There are three methods of treatment currently available for feline hyperthyroidism. |
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http://www.indianwalkvet.com/hyperthyroid.htm
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| | Hyperthyroidism |
| | If you've been treated for hyperthyroidism or currently are being treated, see your doctor regularly so he or she can monitor your condition. | | | During the exam your doctor may try to detect a slight tremor in your fingers when they're extended, overactive reflexes, eye changes and warm, moist skin. | | | These include a rapid heart rate, atrial fibrillation and congestive heart failure — a condition in which your heart can't circulate enough blood to meet your body's needs. |
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http://www.cnn.com/HEALTH/library/DS/00344.html
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| | Hyperthyroidism - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia |
| | The same three treatments used with humans are also options in treating feline hyperthyroidism (surgery, radioiodine treatment, and anti-thyroid drugs). | | | Surgery (to remove the whole thyroid or a part of it) is not extensively used because most common forms of hyperthyroidism are quite effectively treated by the radioactive iodine method. | | | The thyroid disease, in this condition, is often an autoimmune one and approximately 5% of patients with myasthenia gravis also have hyperthyroidism. |
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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hyperthyroidism
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| | MoonDragon's Health & Wellness: Hyperthyroidism |
| | As soon as you think your child is old enough to share the responsibility for his or her own health care (usually around age 9 or 10), teach him or her about hyperthyroidism, the importance of taking medication correctly, and why regular health checkups are important. | | | Hyperthyroidism may return in children even after surgery. | | | Untreated hyperthyroidism can affect many aspects of your health. |
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http://www.moondragon.org/health/disorders/hyperthyroid.html
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| | Feline Hyperthyroidism |
| | Surgical thyroidectomy is a highly effective therapy for feline hyperthyroidism. | | | I) therapy is currently the therapy of choice in most cases of feline hyperthyroidism. | | | Radioactive iodine therapy is considered the optimum treatment for feline hyperthyroidism. |
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http://www.avmi.net/NewFiles/Hyperthyroidism/Hyperthyroidism.html
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| | Hyperthyroid Disease in Cats at ThePetCenter. |
| | It is very important that this medication be given regularly because the hyperthyroid condition will return when it is stopped. | | | Hankison performed this surgery on his own cat that developed Hyperthyroidism. | | | If it is used to treat this condition, frequent monitoring is very important. |
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http://www.thepetcenter.com/gen/hth.html
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| | Herbal Hyperthyroidism Treatment and Natural Thyroid Medications |
| | Mild hyperthyroidism often responds well to complimentary medicine and a holistic approach (including diet) and may help to calm down the thyroid and remove the need for radioactive iodine treatment or surgery. | | | This should be discussed with your doctor, homeopath or naturopath before home treatment of overactive thyroid is begun. | | | If you feel that these apply to you, please consult your doctor for an assessment. |
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http://www.nativeremedies.com/thyrosoothe-improve-thyroid-function.html
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| | eMedicine - Hyperthyroidism : Article by Stephanie L Lee, MD, PhD, FACE |
| | Radiation exposure, whether due to radiation therapy or lower-level x-ray therapy, increases the risk of benign and malignant nodular thyroid diseases, with an observed increase in the incidence of autoimmune hyperthyroidism. | | | No evidence of increased mortality exists for any other form of cancer, including leukemia, with radioactive iodine therapy of hyperthyroidism. | | | Starting with full replacement doses when TSH first becomes elevated after I-131 therapy leads to a higher incidence of hyperthyroidism due to overreplacement. |
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http://www.emedicine.com/MED/topic1109.htm
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| | Pet Columns: Feline Hyperthyroidism: A Common but Curable Problem |
| | Radioiodine is arguably the safest and most effective way to treat feline hyperthyroidism. | | | "Feline hyperthyroidism can be managed medically with a drug called Tapazole. | | | No muscles need to be cut and no body cavities are opened, so post-surgical recovery is usually quick and uneventful. |
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http://www.cvm.uiuc.edu/petcolumns/showarticle.cfm?id=401
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| | Hyperthyroidism |
| | When hyperthyroidism is severe, patients can suffer shortness of breath, chest pain, and muscle weakness. | | | You should consult your Doctor if you are taking any medication. | | | Usually the symptoms of hyperthyroidism are so gradual in their onset that patients don't realize the symptoms until they become more severe. |
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http://www.althealth.co.uk/services/info/ailments/hyperthyroidism1.php
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| | What Is Hyperthyroidism? |
| | Primary care physicians refer individuals to an endocrinologist for a consultation and ongoing care for hyperthyroidism or other endocrine conditions. | | | Other problems with the eyes vary greatly and may include discomfort, pain, or excessive tearing to blurry vision or even double vision. | | | Hyperthyroidism is a medical condition characterized by an abnormally high level of thyroid hormone in the bloodstream. |
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http://www.ehealthmd.com/library/hyperthyroidism/HYE_whatis.html
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| | Thyroid Gland Diseases: Hormones, Cancer, Doctors, Drugs, Surgery |
| | Current methods used for treating a hyperthyroid patient are radioactive iodine, anti-thyroid drugs, or surgery. | | | Many times the situation will suggest that all three methods are appropriate, while other circumstances will dictate a single best therapeutic option. | | | Surgery is the least common treatment selected for hyperthyroidism. |
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http://www.endocrineweb.com/thyroid.html
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| | Hyperthyroidism |
| | This information has been designed as a comprehensive and quick reference guide written by our health care reviewers. | | | Your health care provider will ask you about your symptoms, examine you, and order lab tests. | | | Although it can occur at any age, it is most likely to occur after the age of 15, and more so to those in their 30’s and 40’s. |
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http://www.hmc.psu.edu/healthinfo/h/hyperthyroidism.htm
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| | Hyperthyroidism Prevention, Cure, Curing Protocol, Remedies, Herbs, Alternative Medicine |
| | Laughing provides us with the natural inner massage, and through change of mood it can account for up to 30% of cure! | | | Hyperthyroidism Prevention, Cure, Curing Protocol, Remedies, Herbs, Alternative Medicine | | | This Hyperthyroidism Prevention and/or Curing Protocol is for people who are ready to take the full responsibility for their own health. |
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http://curezone.com/dis/1.asp?C0=843
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| | The Winn Feline Foundation - Health Article |
| | Generally, the cardiac changes will reverse when the hyperthyroidism is treated. | | | More recently, a drug called ipodate (Oragraffin®) has been used to treat hyperthyroidism in cats. | | | It has also been found that treatments directed at curing hyperthyroidism in these patients could lead to a worsening of their kidney function. |
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http://www.winnfelinehealth.org/health/hyperthyroidism.html
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| | Pets with Diabetes: Hyperthyroidism and Diabetes |
| | Our cat who is on Tapazole had a very difficult time tolerating the drug. | | | Midnight - FIV, IBD, hyperthyroidism treated with Tapazole | | | Hyperthyroidism is the most common endocrine disorder in cats, and is one of the most common diseases of older cats. |
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| | Hyperthyroidism - David L. Hoffmann B.Sc. (Hons), M.N.I.M.H. - HealthWorld Online |
| | This condition has one of the best examples of a specific remedy, Bugleweed(Lycopus virginicus or L. | | | It is a useful relaxingnervine but in addition has a sometimes dramatic effect in reducing thesymptom picture associated with hyperthyroid conditions. | | | I have seen nofigures on thyroxin serum levels in patients using Lycopus, and thuscannot say that improvement is due to the herb directly impacting the hormone, but something is definitely going on. |
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http://www.healthy.net/scr/article.asp?id=1799
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| | Hyperthyroidism |
| | The symptoms of hyperthyroidism may resemble other conditions or medical problems. | | | Treatment for hyperthyroidism is very specific for each patient. | | | The following are the most common symptoms of hyperthyroidism. |
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http://www.healthsystem.virginia.edu/uvahealth/adult_endocrin/hypert.cfm
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| | H - Hyperthyroidism |
| | Radioactive iodine therapy is probably the best combination of safety and efficiency for treatment of hyperthyroidism. | | | It is effective in about 90% of cats, no surgery or anesthesia is required and the parathyroid glands are not affected. | | | Hyperthyroidism is the most common hormonal disease of cats. |
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http://www.vetinfo.com/cencyclopedia/cehyperthy.html
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| | Hyperthyroidism |
| | Controversies related to the medical and surgical management of hyperthyroidism in children | | | Because this disorder is hereditary, if you have a family history of hyperthyroidism, it is a possibility that your child may acquire this disorder at some time in his/her life. | | | Other concerns are: Eye disorders, GI problems, Muscle weakness, Respiratory problems and Mental instability. |
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http://members.tripod.com/~TDmagicmom/hyper.html
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| | Hyperthyroidism |
| | Additional symptoms that may be associated with this disease: | | | Treatment varies depending on the cause of the condition and the severity of symptoms. | | | Beta-blockers (e.g., propranolol) are used to treat some of the symptoms including rapid heart rate, sweating, and anxiety until the hyperthyroidism can be controlled. |
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| | Hyperthyroidism |
| | Following an infection or a stressful event such as surgery, people with hyperthyroidism may develop a severe form of the condition called thyroid storm. | | | The problem is more common among women and in people with a family history of hyperthyroidism. | | | The precise cause is unknown, but doctors suspect that the immune system is involved. |
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| | Hyperthyroidism |
| | Hyperthyroidism is most commonly caused by Graves' disease, an autoimmune disorder mediated by thyroid-stimulating antibodies. | | | Multinodular goiter is less likely in this patient because there is no focal area of increased or decreased radiotracer uptake to suggest a "hot" or "cold" nodule. | | | The most likely diagnosis is hyperthyroidism caused by Graves' disease. |
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http://brighamrad.harvard.edu/Cases/bwh/hcache/175/full.html
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| | Hyperthyroidism |
| | You are here : 3-RX.com > Medical Encyclopedia > Diseases and Conditions > Hyperthyroidism | | | What are the causes and risks of the condition? | | | Hyperthyroidism is a disorder that is caused by elevated levels of thyroid hormone. |
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| | Hyperthyroidism |
| | On physical exam one may find rapid heart beat, tremor, increased systolic blood pressure, sagging eyelid, wide-eyed staring, palpitations of the heart, depression and anxiety. | | | When excess T3 is present the condition is called hyperthyroidism. | | | There can also be bone loss in postmenopausal women and hyperlipidemia (increased levels of fat in the blood) in anyone with hyperthyroidism. |
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http://www.medical-library.net/sites/_hyperthyroidism.html
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| | Used in veterinary medicine, Radioiodine (I-131) therapy cures 98-99% cases of feline hyperthyroidism without adverse side-effects (only 2% of cases involve pets with a malignant tumor, or cancer of the thyroid). | | | R.V.R.C. Hyperthyroidism, caused by a benign tumor of the thyroid gland, is the most common endocrine disease of older cats. |
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| | American College of PhysiciansÕ position paper on screening for hyperthyroidism | | | Subclinical thyrotoxicosis - Rate of progression or reversion |
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