Frequently Asked Questions About Radioiodine Treatment for Hyperthyroid Cats
1. What is radioiodine treatment and how will it cure my cat’s overactive thyroid? The thyroid gland uses iodine (from food) to make thyroid hormone. Radioiodine is made by linking a radioactive molecule (I-131) to an iodine molecule. When the radioiodine is injected into your cat, it basically acts like a smart bomb going directly […]