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It is a tumor of the pancreas that produces an excess of insulin.
What else can I help you with?
If benign tumor of the pancreas that causes hypoglycemia is known as?
insulinoma
What type of pancreatic cancer is the most common?
Insulinoma is the most common tumor of the endocrine pancreas.
Can a ferret transmit insulinoma to a human?
No. Insulinoma is not a transmittable disease, so there are no worries. It is a developement (generally a genetic thing too) of the ferrets body being incapable of using carbohydrates for fuel; it's like diabetes, only opposite. It is caused by tumors of the pancreas. It then causes the pancreas to produce too much insulin. It is thought to be caused by the strain the pancreas takes on attempting to digest carbohydrates.
What has the author Nesredin A Mussa written?
Nesredin A. Mussa has written: 'Glucose response studies of CRI-D2 insulinoma cells at high density cell culture'
What is the medical term meaning Excessive secretion of insulin?
There is a tumor that causes excessive insulin production called an insulinoma. Due to the increased insulin production it causes hypoglycemia. The medical term I found is Hyperinsulinism.
Is honey is bad for ferrets?
Yes, honey can be bad for ferrets as they are strict carnivores and cannot process carbohydrates. Too much sugar in a ferrets diet can cause them to have insulinoma, in which honey can be used if they have a seizure
How do you treat feline diabetes?
Treatment of diabetes in ferrets - First is what caused the ferret to have diabetes? Once the diagnosis of diabetes is reached, treatment ferrets is a complicated. Diabetes mellitus is uncommon in ferrets, though not unheard of, and it can be a transient condition after insulinoma surgery. The causes of diabetes that are likely affect ferrets - the first is due to pancreatic destruction. Two common causes for pancreatic damage that may affect the secretion of insulin are insulinoma surgery and pancreatitis. Diabetes that develops secondary to insulinoma surgery is probably the most common form of diabetes and tends to be transient. refer to link below for more information
Is it okay to give ferrets Root beer?
Do not give your ferret Root beer or any other sweetened drinks or foods, it could cause an illness called insulinoma (a tumor in the pancreas that produces too much insulin). Ferrets need to have plenty of water available at all times.
Is it safe to give pie to ferrets?
No, being obligate carnivores, their systems are incredibly sensitive to fruits, vegetables (both of which are converted onto sugars by their bodies), and sugars. These can build up and trigger insulinoma, which is a life long despise not unlike diabetes, and requires constant treatment to keep them alive and healthy.
What causes excessive secretion of insulin?
Excessive secretion of insulin can be caused by conditions such as insulinoma, an insulin-secreting tumor of the pancreas, or insulin resistance in conditions like obesity or type 2 diabetes. In some cases, certain medications or hormonal imbalances can also lead to increased insulin secretion.
Can ferrets eat gingersnaps?
Hello, You should avoid feeding your ferret anything sweet. The best treats for ferrets are small amounts of ferretone, high quality ferret treats (Wysong Natural Pet Food offers some of these) or strictly meat-based or protein based treats. Ferrets are vulnerable to diseases such as insulinoma, and feeding sugary treats may cause health problems for your ferret later. Ferret Owner
Can hamsters eat biscuits?
No, these are for sugar-gliders and not nutritiously appropriate for ferrets. Ferrets are carnivores (meat eaters) and are unable to digest fruits and vegetable (can lead to blockage in the stomach). Sugar in ferrets can lead to a disease called insulinoma. ttp://www.sugar-glider-store.com/monkey-biscuits-orange-flavor-14-.html
