Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Homeopathic and integrative treatment helped four cats
By Chapman, Sara Fox·Published in Homeopathy : the journal of the Faculty of Homeopathy·2011·The Animal Medical Center of Watkins Park, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Homeopathic and integrative treatment for feline hyperthyroidism--four cases (2006-2010).
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Plain-English summary
A 12-year-old domestic shorthair cat was diagnosed with hyperthyroidism, a common condition in older cats that can cause symptoms like weight loss and increased thirst. The owner chose not to pursue conventional treatments, so the cat received homeopathic remedies, including Thyroidinum, which helped improve its symptoms. Over time, all four cats in the study showed improvement, with three achieving normal thyroid hormone levels. While two cats thrived for several years with these treatments, two others were euthanized due to unrelated health issues. This approach offers an alternative for pet owners looking to avoid traditional medications or surgeries.
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Abstract
Hyperthyroidism is a frequent veterinary problem, particularly in elderly cats. Homeopathic treatment and other integrative modalities were provided for four hyperthyroid cats whose owners did not want conventional treatment. Symptomatic homeopathic treatment with Thyroidinum was helpful in one cat. All cats were prescribed an appropriate individualized homeopathic remedy. All four cats showed resolution of clinical signs; three attained normal thyroid hormone levels. Three cats later received acupuncture and/or herbal medicines; two cats later received symptomatic homeopathic remedies. Two cats are thriving after over 3.5 and 4.25 years of treatment; two were euthanized for unrelated problems after 3 and 4 years of treatment. Homeopathic and complementary therapies avoid the potential side effects of methimazole and surgical thyroidectomy, they are less costly than radioactive iodine treatment, and they provide an option for clients who decline conventional therapies.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21962203/