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Post by katt on Jan 13, 2011 2:02:58 GMT -5
I'm not sure how well this will work but I'm giving it a shot. Uploading an attachment of an article on Distemper. Attachments:
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Post by Sherry on Feb 19, 2011 12:09:19 GMT -5
www.ferretuniverse.com/health/distemper.aspExcerpt: *The virus is generally shed from the eyes, nasal and oral cavities, urine and feces. First noticeable signs include anorexia, fever, eyes blinking and serious nasal discharge. The development of a rash can appear on the chin and spread to the groin area which can cause additional infections. The nasal discharge eventually turns into brown encrusted material which grows to encompass the lips, nose, chin and eyes (which usually end up stuck closed). Secondary bacterial infections can develop such as pneumonia and black tarry stools indicating possible ulcers. Ferrets who manage to survive long enough develop CNS complications such as hyperexcitability, excessive salvation, muscular tremors, convulsions and coma. Death generally occurs within 12-30 days. Diagnosis is usually based on distinctive clinical signs, and euthanasia is recommended to end the ferrets suffering and spread of disease. *
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