The gold-standard treatment for hyperthyroid cats is radioactive iodine therapy (RAIT), a one-time permanent treatment. When RAIT is not an option, other treatments include daily oral or transdermal anti-thyroid medication, dietary iodine restriction, and surgical removal of the thyroid gland. Each option has risks and benefits.
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