My cat is vomiting, drinking & peeing a lot. Could it be diabetes?

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My 5 year old cat (diagnosed with heart murmur) has been vomiting often as and having spells where she seems to be paralyzed. These spells last no longer than a minute each time, and she gets up and acts normally after. She has been drinking a lot more water, and using the litter box far more.often. could these be symptoms of diabetes? Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 14 years and 10 months old | 7 lbs

Lauren Kennedy, DVM · Accepted Answer

I would be concerned about either diabetes or hyperthyroidism in Fuu. The symptoms you described can be seen with both of these diseases that usually affect older cats. I would recommend taking Fuu in to your vet to have some blood work performed. This simple test can distinguish between these two diseases. If she has diabetes she will need insulin injections daily and hyperthyroidism can be easily treated with a daily medication as well. Good luck!

My cat is vomiting, drinking & peeing a lot. Could it be diabetes?

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