Swollen Tummy

[Wendy]

Hi my female hamster has a very swollen tummy and isn't eating very well compared to normal.she appears unsteady on her feet too. She isn't pregnant as she's been no where near our other male hamster, they are kept in separate cages and always have been.

Does anyone have any idea what can be causing this, I will be seeing a vet as I don't like to think of any animal being in pain. But wanted to prepare my daughter as its her hamster.

[DrKMcK]

It's good that you are seeing the vet. Female hammies can have lady issues and only a vet can help. Hamsters can also get tumors and stomach problems. There really is no way for us to know for sure what her problems are. I don't know that you can prepare your daughter since you also don't want to scare her unnecessarily. I'd wait to see the vet. I do hope your little fluff is okay. Fingers crossed here!

[Wanna Hamster]

I agree with DrK, the best thing to do is to take her to the vet. We all are sending our best wishes that it is nothing too bad!

[Thin Lizzy]

You're doing the right thing in taking your ham to the vet. It could be a build up of fluid or a tumour, the vet will be able to tell you by examining her what's wrong.
When's your appointment?

[Wendy]

Appointment was this morning, vet stated it was a tumour and Magic has gone to sleep

[souffle]

I'm so sorry to hear that but it sounds as if she needed rest and you let her fly free xx Play well at the bridge Magic xx

[Jenibelle]

I'm so sorry for your loss.

[Thin Lizzy]

Wendy, I'm so sorry to hear this but Magic is at peace and pain free. How's your daughter coping with the news?
You did the right thing taking her to the vet and letting her go, it's really hard getting your head round what's happened but remember you gave Magic a happy and loving life and home.

[Wendy]

Thanks everyone, my daughter is ok. We did talk through last night the possible outcomes so it wouldn't be a total shock if it happened. A Few big hugs and some TLC from mum helped too.

[DrKMcK]

That is so sad. I am so sorry you and your daughter lost Magic. My thoughts are with you and your daughter.{hugs} to you both} Play well at the Bridge Magic. A little Magic has gone out of the world today.