>From: Roger Vaughn <[log in to unmask]> > >There is no external test or culture for it - it is only diagnosed and >treated based on gross symptoms. The treatment is pretty benign, >though, if you're following the current Amoxi/Biaxin/Carafate protocol. Actually Roger... it is my understanding that a fecal exam does show that there is a high number of bacteria present..thus meaning helicobacter. Our vet has found it that way every time and has treated it with the following: The medications that we normally use is: V.A.L syrup with chioramphenicol and metronidazole Pill form (though you can get it mixed too): sucralfate/carafate But of course you should check with your vet for their recommendation Joanne Ruffner Ferret Corner Shelter "Ferrets are the Spice of Life" Shelter: www.geocities.com/ferretcorneraz There's a pot of Ferret Love at the end of the Rainbow [Posted in FML issue 4489]