From:
Steve Austin
Date: 2003-08-12 02:43:50 UTC
Subject: Fuzzy not getting well
To: ferrethealth@smartgroups.com
Message-ID: <4536327.1060658782410.JavaMail.nobody@strontium.smartgroups.com>
I don't know, but until the cause can be found perhaps some carafate
before
the meals to help with any ulcer/gastritis and acts to soothe the
stomach.
Is she vomiting after the feedings? Maybe megaesophagus? The ferret
regurgitates because the esophagus doesn't work right and food doesn't
get propelled down into the stomach as it should. From what I know
they make a certain noise and I think a barium swallow would show it?
Sub q fluids will help keep her hydrated and warmed meat baby food hand
fed
will maybe give her more substance then the sustacal?
I hope something is found out soon.
Patty
-edited
> In the beginning, her body pulsated like a snake after feeding and
> she mewed continually. That has sensed stopped and we were able to
> add a little weight to her frame, even though we are force-feeding.
> She will drink her water. We gave her Rescue Remedy drops to help
> her de-stress when her pain was so evident.
>
>> Paws at mouth (sign of sick tummy)when feeding sometimes.
>
> We will of course return to the vet, but if you guys are like us, we
> get so attached to these little ones. Tomorrow is a long way's off
> when you know that the fuzzy is not at its best.