Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Suspected case of hyperadrenocorticism in a golden hamster (Mesocricetus auratus).
- Journal:
- The veterinary clinics of North America. Exotic animal practice
- Year:
- 2006
- Authors:
- Martinho, Filipe
- Affiliation:
- Clí
- Species:
- rodent
Abstract
Dermatologic disease is a common problem in pet rodents. This article describes the case of a pet golden hamster (Mesocricetus auratus) with dermatologic and other clinical signs (polyuria, polydypsia) similar to those found in other mammalian species with hyperadrenocorticism. Among other diagnostic tests, the urine cortisol/creatinine ratio was measured and was found to be increased, which appeared to support the diagnosis. Treatment with ketoconazole was initiated, without apparent success.
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