From: 
Ferretwise 
Date: 2001-10-01 09:33:00 UTC
Subject: Re: [Ferret-Health-list] Stomach Distention
             Tiffany- the most common reason for a hard distended belly would likely be 
enlarges spleen- Spleens enlarge from a chronic systemic infection which 
gets unnoticed.
  Has your vet run a course of antibiotics?  A blood test will tell if the 
white cell count is high- indicating infection.  his needs to be vet 
checked and treated - without it can develop into grave health concerns , 
renal failure would be one of those concerns.
Sending food wishes..
Alicia
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