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Bear given days to live in cancer remission thanks to honey medicine

Edinburgh Zoo's 13-year-old sun bear Babu, diagnosed with terminal lymphoma in April 2024, was initially given just days to live.
The diagnosis followed swelling of lymph nodes and behavioral changes, with little hope due to rarity of lymphoma in bears and a similar case in China ending quickly.
Babu's veterinary team used medication hidden in honey, a favorite treat, adapting protocols from canine lymphoma treatments while closely monitoring her condition.
After six months, October 2024 tests showed cancer reduction, and further recent tests confirmed remission, with Dr. Isabel Miguel stating Babu is now in remission.
The RZSS team celebrated Babu's unexpected recovery, but they continue cautious monitoring as experts acknowledge the cancer could still return.

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