From:
daneedv@aol.com
Date: 2002-07-29 17:59:41 UTC
Subject: Re: [ferrethealth] RE: Weird Abdominal Muscle Contractions
To: ferrethealth@smartgroups.com
Message-ID: <24796143.1027965581906.JavaMail.root@scandium>
Author wrote:
> I haven't heard from
> anyone else, and I was just wondering whether I was
> the only person who'd had this happen! I was kind of
> wondering if it might be IBD, but he's already *on*
> the most common treatment for IBD -- pediapred and an
> all-babyfood diet
Another good treatment for IBD is Imuran.
I have several ferrets with IBD, and usually start with Pediapred, then when they start to build a resistance to that, move to Imuran, and if that ceases to be effective, use a conbination of both. There are other medicines that can also help with treating IBD, and sometimes it is just a matter of finding which one works best for the particular ferret.
However, it is a good idea to confirm that it is actually IBD before starting treatment for IBD. This can only be done with a bowel biopsy or endoscopic proceedure. So, it is probably a good idea to discuss the options with your vet.
Danee