Less Common Feline Endocrinopathies

Three feline endocrinopathies are encountered in clinical practice with a lesser frequency than the other feline diseases discussed in these guidelines: feline hyperaldosteronism, feline hypothyroidism, and feline hyperadrenocorticism. This section provides general overviews of these less prevalent but still important endocrinologic diseases of cats.

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Acronym Glossary

Introduction

Canine Hypothyroidism

Diagnostic Testing and Monitoring

Therapy

Categorical Approach to Diagnosis Based on Clinical Presentation

Canine Hypercortisolism (Cushing’s Syndrome)

Diagnostic Testing and Monitoring

Therapy

Categorical Approach to Diagnosis Based on Clinical Presentation

Canine Hypoadrenocorticism (Addison’s disease)

Diagnostic Testing and Monitoring

Therapy

Categorical Approach to Diagnosis Based on Clinical Presentation

Feline Hyperthyroidism

Diagnostic Testing and Monitoring

Therapy

Categorical Approach to Diagnosis Based on Clinical Presentation

Less Common Feline Endocrinopathies

Feline Hyperaldosteronism

Feline Hypothyroidism

Feline Hyperadrenocorticism/Hypercortisolism

The Team Approach

Conclusion

References

The 2023 AAHA Selected Endocrinopathies of Dogs and Cats Guidelines are generously supported by Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health, IDEXX, Merck, Zoetis, and Zomedica.