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miskay29

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Hey I just got two male rats about a month ago.

All was perfect and now he’s disoriented and toppling over, no senses, doesn’t look like he can see where he’s going. He’s been sneezing alot.. I dunno, his brother is ok though. I feel so bad. I have to hand feed him and help find the bottle to drink.. poor little guy. Have you guys had this before?
 
It does sound like a pituitary tumor (PT), but if it's out of the blue and he's not an old rat (mind you, young rats can still get them) it sounds like it could be respiratory + ear infection. Ear infections can cause serious disorientation, especially if it's deep or severe. Antibiotics should clear it up if that is the case - there are other remedies to help slow the growth and treat the symptoms of pituitary tumors.

Vet visit is definitely necessary.
 
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