From:
naturabella@stny.rr.com
Date: 2005-01-20 21:32:11 UTC
Subject: Addisons disease, Adrenal Insufficiency
To: ferrethealth@smartgroups.com
Message-ID: <2895813.1106256731683.JavaMail.root@thallium.smartgroups.com>
Hello,
I was wondering if it was possible for a ferret to have adrenal insufficiency when only one adrenal gland is removed. My ferret had his left adrenal gland removed 8 months ago and since then he has been gradually declining in health. He is gradually getting more tired, weaker, off balance, neourological problems, extreme muscle cramps/spasms,and possible colon issues. He has a hard time eating sometimes. He eats chicken baby food and grinds his teeth sometimes. I think sometimes it is difficult for him to swallow.
Is hypoadrenocorticism possible with one adrenal gland remaining?
Should I have an adrenal panel done?
How else can you diagnose addisons or adrenal insufficiency?
Does anyone have experience with this, and what symptoms happen?
Thankyou very much