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Gerbils (Laboratory) - Pathology (view source)
Revision as of 12:15, 12 August 2011
, 12:15, 12 August 2011→Integument System
==Integument System==
==Integument System==
===Nasal Dermatitis (Sore Nose)===
Nasal dermatitis is a relatively common problem in gerbils, with the incidence higher in younger animals. Although the etiology of this disease is unknown, it has been associated with trauma, stress or accumulation of secretions within the 'Harderian gland'. Bacterial infections with ''Staphylococcus'' species have also been linked.
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Clinical signs for nasal dermatitis include frequent scabbing and/or ulcer formation, alopecia, erythema and dermatitis. The perinasal area is usually most affected which the periocular region becoming involved in more chronic cases. A very well established dermatitis can spread to the remainder of the head, forelimbs, chest and abdomen.
==Reproductive System==
==Reproductive System==