Cat Diagnosis

Introduction Diabetes mellitus or sugar-diabetes is a chronic endocrine (hormonal) disease characterized by high levels of glucose in the blood. We see dogs and cats and humans, and in each case is more common in overweight and obese. There is no cure, but treatment, which in cats may or may not include insulin injections, can maintain a healthy and active life.

Pathology - Diabetes occurs when insulin-producing cells of the pancreas, islet, stop producing enough insulin in response to glucose load in the body (type 1 diabetes) or when tissues peripheral body that react to insulin become resistant to its effect (type 2 diabetes).

Symptoms:

* The weight loss (more likely to type 1 diabetes)
* Thirst, excessive drinking (polydipsia)
* Urge frequent urination (polyuria)
* Increased appetite
* Increased blood sugar (hyperglycemia)
* Blindness
* Weakness
* Depression

Causes:
* Obesity
* Chronic pancreatitis
* The stress (cortisol, a stress hormone, less fat makes cells sensitive to insulin)
* Genetic predisposition - it affects cats of all ages, genders and races, but is more common in older, castrated male cats, especially cats Burmese Diagnosis

The diagnosis is based on a urine test followed by a blood test for confirmation of glucose.

The effects of diabetes - There is an increased incidence:
* Cataracts
Premature death *
* Problems during pregnancy
* Infections, especially of the bladder
* Pancreatitis

Current treatment of West

* Insulin
* Diet
* Exercise
* Sterilization of women diabetic cats

Insulin - The discovery of insulin in 1921 (see www.discoveryofinsulin.com) has been instrumental in the development of diabetes mellitus the disease was fatal within weeks to a chronic disease and not necessarily life danger.

Insulin is the most important treatment in many cats, although some cats, once stabilized, can be managed by diet alone. Regime

Plan must be accurate and timely. glucose control is easier to get if you feed a fixed formula flows, low in fat and high in slowly digested complex carbohydrates. However, if your cat's routine is to eat several times a day, your veterinarian is unlikely to change.

If your cat is overweight, get his weight is essential to normal during the first 3-4 months after diagnosis.

Exercise - Your cat should be allowed to take exercise as usual. Other considerations

A diabetic cat take much of your time and finances over the years, but you'll be rewarded with years of companionship.

Stress Reduction Complementary Therapies - by any means will help control blood sugar, and can be helped by:

* Spiritual Healing
* Reiki
* Crystal Healing with crystals like amethyst
* Massage
* T-Touch Technology

Medicinal plants

* Nettle - for fatigue, lack of appetite
* In Garlic - for digestive problems
* Fenugreek - for fatigue and weight loss
* Olive Leaves - for blood pressure and blood glucose

The Bach Flowers tend to be favored over aromatic compounds by cats. Your choice of remedy depends on the personality of your cat and the current situation.

Conclusion - With diabetes mellitus, it is very important that you work closely with your veterinarian to achieve optimal glycemic control. The triad of insulin (if needed), diet and exercise is essential. Other measures can be used to help support the management of your cat.