Need Help for Oliver

[tzcatz]

1. One year ago, Oliver began having diarrhea off and on. Took him to the vet and they ran tests, including thyroid, and found nothing. They felt maybe he needed a different diet. Different diet didn't help that much. Diarrhea continued at random.

2. A few months ago found blood in urine. Took him to the vet. They thought he had a bladder infection. Placed on antibotics. Seemed to help, but then it came back. Put back on antibotics. Did not help.

3. Took him back to vet. Ran blood tests and x-rays. Now vet states he is has hyperthroid problem which has been causing weight loss and diarrhea, but DOES NOT explain blood in urine. There are no signs of obstruction or crystals. Placed on meds for thyroid and more antibotics.

4. Done with Antibotics. Still has blood in urine. Still has some diarrhea, been on thyroid meds for one week.

Oliver is going to be 15 years old this June. He is an indoor cat. He lost his companion a little over one year ago. He has a new companion. She is fine. At this point I don't know what to do for him. I would appreciate any help. Thank you.
tz

[Traci]

1) what was the diet, and how long was it implemented for? (if prescription or special diet, you must expect up to 4-6 weeks to see noticeable improvement)

Was IBD ruled out? Gastrointestinal bacteria ruled out?

2) was a culture/sensitivity test done on the urine?

3) has the blood been present in the urine for 3 months, despite antibiotics? (again, culture the urine)

4) Rule out IBD/megacolon, GI bacterial overgrowth, parasites, culture the urine, maybe discuss contrast cystography with your vet. Discuss potential switch to a hypoallergenic diet or one geared for IBD or food sensitivity.

If your vet hasn't found the cause to these problems, it's time to get a second opinion.