Message Number: SG4969 | New FHL Archives Search
From: williamsdvm@comcast.net
Date: 2003-06-11 01:42:23 UTC
Subject: RE: Anyone know what this might be?
To: ferrethealth@smartgroups.com
Message-ID: <4613460.1055295743307.JavaMail.root@thallium.smartgroups.com>

Dear Bailey:

Strongly agree with Pam's comments on gastric ulcers and treatment. REgarding the hard lesion on top and back of head, osteomas (benign tumors of bone) are most commonly seen in that spot. An x-ray will likely make this diagnosis for you.

With kindest regards,

Bruce Williams, DVM

Author wrote:
> Bibbley, a recent rescue blaze, age unknown is having swelling at the top of
> and around the back of his head. It's hard as a rock, but feels like it's
> muscular in nature. He's grinding his teeth, won't even eat
> duck soup, he's a little dehydrated and is very lethargic. His poop is black
> gelatin. Anyone have any ideas what we're dealing with? I'm very worried.
> Thanks,
> Bailey