Aplastic anemia associated with estrus in pet ferrets

J Am Vet Med Assoc. 1981 Jun 15;178(12):1293-4.

Abstract

Aplastic anemia in association with estrus was diagnosed in 6 pet ferrets. The ferrets had been examined because of anorexia, depression, and lethargy of 2-5 days' duration. Consistent clinical findings were pale mucous membranes and enlargement of the vulva. Hemorrhages were found in 3 ferrets. Hematologic findings included severe anemia, thrombocytopenia, granulocytopenia, and hypocellularity of the bone marrow. The aplastic anemia was attributed to prolonged estrogenic exposure in ferrets with protracted estrus.

MeSH terms

  • Anemia, Aplastic / blood
  • Anemia, Aplastic / pathology
  • Anemia, Aplastic / veterinary*
  • Animals
  • Animals, Domestic*
  • Bone Marrow / pathology
  • Carnivora / physiology*
  • Estrus*
  • Female
  • Ferrets / blood
  • Ferrets / physiology*
  • Pregnancy