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Post by ps25 on Nov 9, 2019 9:55:39 GMT -8
Just curious if anyone knows whether there is a genetic predisposition to ear infections? In the past I've had several gerbils (maybe 10 or more?) that have never been bothered by them but this year I've had 2 brothers from the same litter that came down with ear infections. Is this a coincidence, genetics or just bad luck?
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Post by eowynandpoppy on Nov 10, 2019 5:34:52 GMT -8
I'm not sure if ear infection predisposition can be genetic. Hopefully someone better with genetics can help you out with that.
However, I DO know that ear infections could mean an underlying issue, such as tumors in the brain or ear, and these underlying issues could be genetic.
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Post by LilyandDaisy on Nov 11, 2019 5:53:24 GMT -8
There was a study that identified a gene in humans linked to an increased risk of ear infections, and they found an analogous gene in mice. I'm sure it's possible for there to be a genetic predisposition in gerbils as well. Equally it could have been something environmental.
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Post by betty on Nov 12, 2019 4:10:52 GMT -8
There was a study that identified a gene in humans linked to an increased risk of ear infections, and they found an analogous gene in mice. How very interesting - do you have any other details? I only ever had one female with an ear infection and never really knew the cause. |
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Post by LilyandDaisy on Nov 12, 2019 6:12:50 GMT -8
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Post by betty on Nov 13, 2019 4:58:54 GMT -8
Thanks for that LilyandDaisy - I will have a good read right now... |
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