I have a friend who had a cat that had diabetes. They treated it for about a year or so, and the kitty seemed to tolerate it, but she kept declining so they made that last tough decision. The really sad part is she was only 8, and seemed to be in good health, not overweight, until she was diagnosed. And I don't remember what caught their attention to bring her to the vet for the diagnosis. I remember she had to have special food, which was kind of a pain since they had 2 or 3 other cats at the same time and of course they all wanted the special food. She had a relatively good last year, but she just kept getting more and more despondent and the blood tests weren't good, so it was time.
It is something that can be treated if the cat tolerates it, but like others have said, the determination of quality of life needs to be made, and the best choice made for the kitty, even if it's so hard on us.
If you're concerned about the vets pessismistic attitude, you should get a 2nd opinion. Just because Socks is somewhat "elderly" shouldn't be an automatic death sentence.
Please give Socks a hug and smoochies from me, and hugs to you and your mom too.
Tubby
Spring 1986 - Dec. 11, 2004
RIP Big Boy
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Peanut
Fall 1988 - Jan. 24, 2007
RIP Snotty Girl
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Robin
Fall 1997 - Oct. 6, 2012
RIP Sweet Monkeyhead Girl
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