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2. Hyperthyroidism in Cats | Cornell University College of ...

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   Hyperthyroidism is a common disease in cats, and mostly afflicts cats middle-aged and older. Also called thyrotoxicosis, hyperthyroidism is caused by an increase in production of thyroid hormones (known as T3 and T4) from an enlarged thyroid gland in a cat’s neck.

3. Hyperthyroidism in Elderly Cats - BluePearl Pet Hospital

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   Hyperthyroidism occurs with excess thyroid hormone production. It is rare in dogs, but is one of the most common diseases diagnosed in cats seven years of age and older. Clinical signs for hyperthyroidism vary among affected cats.

4. Hyperthyroidism In Cats (Overactive Thyroid): Symptoms ...

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   Hyperthyroidism is a common disease in cats caused by the overproduction of thyroid hormone by the thyroid glands. Hyperthyroidism most commonly occurs in cats around the age of 13.

5. Disorders of the Thyroid Gland in Cats - Merck Veterinary Manual

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   It is most likely to be seen in middle-aged to old cats. A hormone-producing, benign thyroid tumor is the most common cause of feline hyperthyroidism. Both thyroid lobes are typically enlarged and may be felt by your veterinarian. Signs of hyperthyroidism reflect an increased metabolic rate.

6. Feline Hyperthyroidism | Cornell University College of ...

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   Feline hyperthyroidism is a disorder resulting from excessive thyroid hormone. The disease occurs in middle-age to older cats without sex or breed predilection. Though functional benign enlargement (adenoma) is most common (98%), thyroid carcinoma (cancer) is another cause (2%). About 70% of cats have both lobes of the thyroid gland affected.

7. Senior Cats at Risk for Hyperthyroidism - Veterinary Medicine ...

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   Hyperthyroidism typically affects older cats. With early diagnosis and appropriate treatment, hyperthyroid cats can live a normal, healthy life.

8. Hyperthyroidism in Cats | VCA Animal Hospitals

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   Hyperthyroidism is characterized by the overproduction of thyroid hormone, resulting in an increase in metabolic rate. This disease is common in older cats. Although the thyroid gland enlarges in hyperthyroidism, it is usually a benign or non-malignant change. Only 1-2% of hyperthyroid cases in cats involve malignant (cancerous) thyroid gland ...