Lysodren can have many side effects, and needs to be monitored closely. Lymphosarcoma Lymphosarcoma is a cancer of the lymphatic system. Symptoms can include an enlarged spleen, lumps or masses on the body, wasting and lethargy. As the blood begins to back up, it fills the area around the heart, and gradually, the lungs. Very similar to what occurs in humans, cardiomyopathy is a debilitating disease in which the symptoms can be treated, but the disease will run its course.
Symptoms can include a persistent cough, lack of energy, and difficulty breathing.
Diagnosis can be made by EKG, or x-ray. Treatment consists of diuretics such as Lasix, which will help keep the fluid down. Stress can be fatal to a ferret with CMP, keep things as normal and steady as possible. Fleas and Earmites Ferrets are just as suceptible to fleas as any other animal, and can also frequently end up with earmites. Fleas, in addition to being very uncomfortable for the ferret, can also cause serious medical problems in ferrets.