Message Number: YG3160 | New FHL Archives SearchFrom: Sukie Crandall
Date: Thu May 3, 2001 1:09am
Subject: Was Re: conjested heart failure, Now questions
Bruce Williams wrote:
>Cardiomyopathy is a common problem in American ferrets, with a likely
>genetic background. However, when it is seen in a 1-year-old, it is
>a poor prognostic sign. Many old ferrets have some signs of it at
>necropsy, but are claimed by other diseases first.
Ah, so it can be cardiomyopathy even in one so young. Learn
something every day. Would there be other possible options for a
cause in such a young one such as a congenital defect? If so, what
sorts?
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