The fungus can be seen as white and then black in colour in the area where the hamster urinates. Once affected by the fungus spores the hamster becomes lethargic, has difficulty breathing and may have itchy or inflamed skin and sometimes chronic diarrhoea. Hamsters suffering from Bladder Infections are more at risk of developing the disease. Prevention is better than cure and the use of a cage disinfectant containing an anti-fungicide will help to prevent the fungus developing. The fungus can also develop on rotting vegetables so ensure that any stored vegetables are removed from the cage.
Early treatment is vital as once the hamster is infected with the fungus it can prove fatal.
Due to the fact that the fungus is transmitted by air-borne spores any other hamsters should also be treated. You are not granted any other rights. Lorraine Hill reserves all other rights. Unauthorised copying of any part of this site constitutes a breach of copyright. In the event that any image or text from this site is used without prior permission you will be notified and invoiced the appropriate fee for unauthorised usage and such usage will constitute acceptance of these terms and agreement to pay when invoiced.