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My cat Missy has to have radioiodine therapy for hyperthroidism. Have to take her to Tampa next week where she will have it done. Have to leave her there for two days and then I can pick her up. The outlook for her after this treatment is excellent.

Everyone please wish us good luck.

Thanks,

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Aww, poor Missy, she won't enjoy being without you for two days. But I'm glad to hear that her prognosis is good. Good luck, we'll be thinking of you.

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Aww, Gal, she'll be fine, good luck to both of you. I know its hard when they have to go to the hospital but she's in the best of care I'm sure. Prognosis sounds promising. Good luck, to FG and Missy. Keep us posted.

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Unbelievable! My cat Ivan was recently diagnosed with hyperthyroidism. My vet wanted me to go the radioiodine therapy route, however when she told me 2nd best was pills I decided on the pills. He is very old. I will have his blood tested again in a week or two to see if the pills are working. JBSMOM - is distilled water better for our cats? Floridgal - best of luck.

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I've been using the water fountain where you replace the filter every couple of months and that has helped alot as the water is going through a filter and they are drinking more. They really love it.

Be careful with the pills. Missy was on the pills for awhile and she started to loose her hair on her face and it was itchy and she scratched until it bleed. That is one of the side effects. It worked while she was on it, but the side effects made me go for the operation.

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FG, I asked vetman (my hubby) and he said that radioiodine is the best way to go. It's extremely successful in cats. Good Luck and pm me if you have any questions we can help with. chels

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Missy has never been away from me either but from what I read about this place they will take good care of her and give her all the attention she needs.

I will keep you all advised as to her treatment and recovery.

Thank you all for wishing her well.

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Just another voice wishing you and Missy the best. I know how hard it is to be separated from our furbabies when they're not feeling well. At least you've checked this place out and know you're doing the best thing for her. HUGS

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Thanks for the hugs. Greatly appreciated. Like I said, I will keep you all advised. We are taking her to Tampa on Tuesday.

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Floridagal, thinking about you today. Hope all goes well. Let us know -- when can you bring your cat home?

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We care. How is Missy doing?

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Missy came home today and she is doing great. Back to her old self.

Missy was given a "Purrtificate of Completion". It states that she completed the course of Radioiodine (I_131) Therapy treatment for Feline Hyperthyroidism with a high order of proficiency in the science and art of being cheerful, courageous, tolerant, praiseworthy and maintaining a superior attitude. It was signed by her doctor and nurse.

I thought that was real neat.

I always new she was a special cat as well as her brother TC.

Thanks again to all of you for your best wishes and concern. It was greatly appreciated.