Megacolon Figure 2b

72  Karen  
(last edited )

Figure 2b: Woody’s failure to thrive
(delayed onset megacolon)

Photos

Woody, failure to thrive

Photo 1:  Shows Woody, a 6-week-old rat, compared with his sibling of 6 weeks.
Woody is showing a failure to thrive as result of delayed onset megacolon.
His lack of hair is due to genetic double-rexing and is not in any way related to his colon disorder.

Woody 6weeks failure to thrive

Photo 2:  Another view showing comparison.

Photography: J. “Bella” Hodges

Cross-references

Linked from

Disclaimer

The Rat Guide and its affiliates accept no responsibility for misuse or misunderstanding of its information. This guide in whole or part, exists solely for the purpose of recognizing and understanding the care and illnesses in the pet rat. Please seek advice and treatment from a qualified veterinarian in the event your rat is or becomes ill.

2000 - 2024 by Karen Grant RN. All rights reserved.
All other written and visual materials used by permission of specific authors for the sole use of the Rat Guide. Please visit our Privacy Policy for details.
Brought to you by KuddlyKorner4u
See Logos page for linking to the Rat Guide.
Contact us here: Rat Guide Team
Please note: Rat Guide email is not checked daily. If you have an urgent medical problem with your pet rat, it is always best to take your rat to a qualified veterinarian experienced in the care and treatment of rats.