Can a cat become un-diabetic? How to know if my cat is in remission?

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My cat became a diabetic, she's on 5 of Lantus daily. I have heard cats can become un- diabetic. Is this true, and how would I know? She has lost weight and is very healthy now. Pet's info: Cat | Pixiebob | Female | spayed | 9 years and 3 months old | 18 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

Yes, this is true! According to the Cornell Veterinary School: "While there is no cure for feline diabetes, this disease can usually be managed fairly well with appropriate education and support of owners. Cats with well-controlled diabetes can live many years of high quality life. Some cats may lose their need for insulin treatments (termed “remission”), but even in these cases it is recommended that owners continue to monitor for the recurrence of clinical signs of diabetes and keep the cat on a low carbohydrate diet." This would be determined by Luna's insulin levels.

Can a cat become un-diabetic? How to know if my cat is in remission?

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