How is disseminated idiopathic myositis in ferrets treated?
There is currently no known treatment for DIM. One characteristic of ferrets with DIM is a general lack of response to treatments. Some ferrets have temporarily improved with certain medications, but it is unknown whether it was a true response to a drug or a temporary spontaneous remission. Supportive care is currently recommended (e.g. supplemental feedings and fluids) and antibiotics may help prevent secondary bacterial infections. What is the prognosis for ferrets diagnosed with disseminated idiopathic myositis? Although all of the ferrets confirmed to have DIM have ultimately died, there are a handful of potential survivors. Unfortunately, although several suspected cases appear to have responded to medical therapy, prior biopsies were never done to confirm that these ferrets ever had DIM. These cases are being thoroughly investigated. Although there is no known definitive treatment for DIM, there are experimental treatment options available. What should I do if I think my ferrets
