Lita, I'm not a vet. That understood, the swollen glands are likely the lymph glands. The swelling could be an infection or the beginnings of lymphosarcoma. In either case, it would be a good idea to take the ferret to see the vet fairly soon. If it's an infection, some antibiotics, might help. If it's lymphosarcoma, a very ferret knowledgeable vet might recommend chemo therapy which seems to be fairly effective if started early enough. Dick B. - not a vet [Posted in FML issue 2085]