Hamster Central - View Single Post - Possible Lymphoma on my 16 month old Syrian

Ria P · 05-01-2021, 06:42 AM

I have a dwarf hamster with this condition. She became lethargic, seemed drained of energy and i noticed a balding patch on her underside so i took her for a check up. The vet found a swelling with fluid in the same place as your hamster's and diagnosed a problem with her lymphatic system.
He didn't prescribe steroids but suggested to keep her warm and prescribed metacam as and when needed.

I think the only person who could answer your question regarding administering the steroids correctly is your vet so i would phone the surgery.

The duration of out of cage time i'd leave to your hamster to decide. She can go to bed whenever she wants to which is ideal.

05-01-2021, 06:42 AM
Ria P House of Hamsters Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: Wiltshire, UK Posts: 7,103	Re: Possible Lymphoma on my 16 month old Syrian I have a dwarf hamster with this condition. She became lethargic, seemed drained of energy and i noticed a balding patch on her underside so i took her for a check up. The vet found a swelling with fluid in the same place as your hamster's and diagnosed a problem with her lymphatic system. He didn't prescribe steroids but suggested to keep her warm and prescribed metacam as and when needed. I think the only person who could answer your question regarding administering the steroids correctly is your vet so i would phone the surgery. The duration of out of cage time i'd leave to your hamster to decide. She can go to bed whenever she wants to which is ideal.