From:
sukiecrandall@telocity.com
Date: 2001-11-21 15:35:00 UTC
Subject: Re: lymph nodes & more
Fat is often MISTAKEN for enlarged nodes. If nodes are very
enlarged or tend to be protuberant ones for any reason then the
fat will be pushed out a bit more. We have had two with nodes
that just naturally are protuberant, one very markedly so but she
lived on for about 8 years; just their "look". Infection can also
inflame nodes. ANY ferret that gets fat will stand the chance of
depositing fat there. It's not uncommon in fat ferrets.
Brewer's Yeast helps those with diabetes, but is bad for those
with insulinoma. Its effect is in the wrong direction.
Have the stool checked for occult blood; black and tarry stools
can be from digested blood. If an ulcer is present then discuss
the other treatment options available with the vet and read about
them here by using the search feature.
--- In Ferret-Health-list@y..., cjbandit@a... wrote:
> Hi Guys,
>
> I noticed just recently alot of fat under Bandit's arms- I
remember reading a
> post that said this could be a sign of enlarged lymph nodes??
>
> Bandit had a CBC about a month ago and the lymphocites??
were within normal
> range. I'm concerned because he's never had this before and
it seem to come
> out of no where. What tests can I have done to rule out
lymphoma?? Bandit's
> always had GI problems after ECE and his stools right now are
pudding like
> and soft and dark.
>
> I also wondered if anyone out there sprinkles yeast in their
ferret soup?? I
> heard the chromium in the yeast helps stabilize blood sugar
(true or not
> true)? Is Brewer's yeast the same as regular yeast, I just
ordered some but
> I don't think it's Brewer's yeast.
>
> Lastly, I lowered Bandit's pred dosage and noticed he does not
do the digging
> and scratching thing before and after eating now. I believe the
pred was
> causing Bandit to have ulcers- I give him carafate too, which
seems to be
> helping.
>
> My second boy, Fiefal who's just under a year has been having
a itching fit.
> Jumps up out of his sleep to itch...His skin and coat look good,
no signs of
> irritation, could this be normal ferret behavior??
>
> I have to take Fiefal in for a check up- the first one, what should
the vet
> do??
>
> Thanks.
>
> I know it's a mouthfull but I could really use your advice.