My cat was diagnosed with hyperthyroidism in July. We immediately started her on Methimazole and her thryoid levels quickly regulated. However, after about a month of treatment she developed extremely high liver enzymes along with vomiting, refusal to eat, and noticeable pain. After stopping the methimazole, this fixed itself quite quickly.
The vet and I are stuck on what to do. She has CKD and an intense hatred of other cats, so is not considered a good candidate for iodine treatment. Given her adverse reaction to methimazole, the vet is hesitant to try that again. She's doing ok overall, mostly vomiting periodically, showing occasional nausea symptoms, and breathing a bit quickly.
Any ideas on alternative treatments or ways to manage this? She is 13 and has had largely non-progressive CKD for about 6 years, but is otherwise healthy. Thank you!
The vet and I are stuck on what to do. She has CKD and an intense hatred of other cats, so is not considered a good candidate for iodine treatment. Given her adverse reaction to methimazole, the vet is hesitant to try that again. She's doing ok overall, mostly vomiting periodically, showing occasional nausea symptoms, and breathing a bit quickly.
Any ideas on alternative treatments or ways to manage this? She is 13 and has had largely non-progressive CKD for about 6 years, but is otherwise healthy. Thank you!