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Skittles's Story
Rescue
Diagnose
Diagnose
Skittles was found with large Fibropapillomatosis (FP) tumors that hindered swimming, foraging, and vision. Fishing line had wrapped around the tumors and become entangled on wire fencing and other debris, creating a sort of anchor.
Diagnose
Diagnose
Diagnose
The large FP tumors are affecting Skittles’s sight and swimming ability due to their size and location. Radiographs showed no evidence of ingested fishing line.
Care
Fun Fact
Fun Fact
The FP tumors will be surgically removed in stages over time. Skittles has a long road ahead, but a full recovery is expected!
Fun Fact
Fun Fact
Fun Fact
Skittles's prefers to eat capelin while in the hospital, but requests it to be cut into small bite-size pieces.
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