Inflammation of the Kidneys in Hamsters

 Nephritis in Hamsters

Nephritis is a medical condition that causes kidney inflammation. This may occur in one or both kidneys. Nephritis may also be due to disorders of the immune system or high blood pressure. Typically, the swelling is brought on by a viral or bacterial infection. If left untreated, degeneration of the kidneys in hamsters sets in, wherein normal kidney tissue is replaced by fibrous tissue. This is called nephrosis.

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Symptoms

  • Dull and depressed appearance
  • Elevated body temperature
  • Dry coat
  • Abdominal pain
  • Severe thirst
  • Abnormally high production of urine, which may be cloudy
  • Elevated levels of protein and ammonia in the urine

Causes

In addition to bacterial or viral infection, high blood pressure in the kidneys and immune system disorders can lead to nephritis in hamsters.

Diagnosis

After asking you several questions about the hamster's medical history and observing its clinical signs, your veterinarian will make a preliminary diagnosis. However, to differentiate from other kidney diseases, an urine sample will be analyzed. A hamster with nephritis will have elevated levels of protein and ammonia in its urine. X-rays may also reveal inflammation of the kidneys.

Treatment

To alleviate the inflammation your veterinarian might consider the administration of fluids and corticosteroids; vitamin B complex is also sometimes recommended. And if the inflammation can be due to an infection, antibiotics are given to the hamster.

Living and Management

First and foremost, your hamster needs plenty of rest in a calm, clean, and sanitary environment. Consult your veterinarian to formulate a diet that meets the hamster's special needs and follow any other instructions your veterinarian may have given.

Prevention

Preventing nephritis is often not practical, except when infections is at the root of the problem. In those cases, treating your hаmѕtеr quickly will help reduce the chances those infectious agents affect the kidneys and subsequently cause nephritis.

By All Pet Care Resource


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