This cat had a kidney infection 3 years ago that was successfully treated with antibiotics.
She was very sick and was not eating or drinking for several days. I had to give her fluids under her skin.
She made a fairly complete recovery but is always meowing for canned food. I gave her the special diet from the vet but couldn't afford the cans long term (it came to $1.50 a can). I researched the lowest protein for canned food and have used various brands. The incessant meowing seems to me to be not really hungry but having stomach pain. Have tried antacids (crushing Zantac in recommended amount and adding to food) which seems to help some, and mixing food with rice and peas.
She has gained a lot of weight. She is other wise healthy - good coat, clear bright eyes, purrs a lot, good mobility except for the weight. So the problem is keeping the appetite under control which I don't think is true appetitie. Is there some other supplement or antacid that would help? The real question is why is she meowing as if hungry?