Hello,
 
Looks like we have the flu here, I am very worried, to the best of my
knowledge we (the ferrets) have never had it before.  I am a nurse and
have seen so much of the flu for the last 3 months and have been very
lucky, but.....
 
We are going to the vet in the morning.
 
I came down sick 4 days ago and was trying to be very careful with
handwashing, limiting contact, gloves, mask and keeping them in cage.
But to no avail.  Since I am the only caregiver I had no choice but to
be in contact with the ferrets.  So, I feel very gulity about making my
babies sick.
 
Questions:
3 of the ferrets seem to have it (tons of sneezing, coughing, runny
noses)  Will that mean all 9 of them will eventually get it?
 
How long does it last?
 
What can of treatment can the vet do?  Possibly antibiotics for sinus
infections?  Fluids?
 
What can I do to help them?
 
Any treatments out there for ferrets?  supplements?  I thought I had
heard of something like an oil that was similar to a Vicks, to help
breathing???
 
Ferts appear to still be active, eating, pooping.  Though right at first
they were more sleepy.  It is day 2.
 
I gave liquid Benadryl Childrens med one dose in the begginning of
symptoms.
 
I hate seeing them sick, I would rather be sicker and take away all the
suffering if I could.  It is so frustrating and depressing to see them
not feeling well.
 
If anyone has any experience or ideas, I would really appreicate the
help.
 
Thank you,
suzi
P.S sorry this is so long and I did cross post
[Posted in FML issue 4380]