From:
AFERRETVET@cs.com
Date: 2003-03-27 01:13:10 UTC
Subject: Re:Heartworms
To: ferrethealth@smartgroups.com
Message-ID: <16f.1c508bf3.2bb3aa26@cs.com>
Hi Anna,
Yes, ferrets can and do get heartworms!
Was the blood test (Idexx SNAP) positive for
heartworms? If it is heartworms then there is 2
options. 1) Start on pediapred to reduce the inflammation
in the lungs and to prevent blood clots. Plus start on ivomec
to slowly kill the adult beartworms. Limit activity as much as
possible. 2) Start on pediapred and treat with immiticide to
kill the adult heartworms quickly. Limit activity.
Lasix can be added if needed for congestive heart failure.
Hope that helps,
Jerry Murray, DVM