>I read everyone's responses about how my ferret might have adrenal
>problems and an enlarged prostrate.  This sounds much more likely then a
>bladder infection at this point.  I'm a bit confused though since he
>doesn't have ANY signs of adrenal disease.  No hair loss, no aggression,
>no sexual signs, nothing.  Could he have it and not be showing signs yet?
>I have noticed him straining to go potty for about 2 1/2 weeks or more.
 
I have seen ferrets with absolutely no clinical signs of adrenal disease
with very large adrenal masses.  Signs vary between animals, and it's
quite possible for an enlarged prostate to be the first consequence of
adrenal disease.
 
Dr. Ruth
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[Posted in FML issue 3665]