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My 4-month-old ferret has diarrhea and a swollen eye with discharge.

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Small Animal | Ferret | Male | neutered | 3 months and 5 days old | 1.7 lbs

I have a Marshall ferret it is a male age is 4 months he has diarrhea and a swollen eye with redness and a white discharge

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Answered By Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on October 20th, 2019

This could be due to a viral infection, possibly affecting both respiratory and gastrointestinal system. An immediate check up at your local veterinarian is required as antibiotics are likely to be needed.

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