eimi
Newborn Degu
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Post by eimi on Jul 28, 2015 16:46:26 GMT
Good evening,
One of my boys has a swollen penis; it doesn't look like a prolapse when compared to pictures, but still worrying. I was wondering if anyone has seen/heard of this before? I did try and get a photo but he's not willing at the moment!
He has had a possible bladder infection or passed a mass from the bladder, so I'm hoping a course of anti-biotics will help. He doesn't seem bothered by it or in pain, though I haven't seen him urinate (if he is or not) in person yet.
Many thanks x
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Post by moletteuk on Jul 28, 2015 19:43:08 GMT
Is it retracting OK? Are you thinking there could be a piece of bladder stone stuck in the penis?
I would take him to the vet ASAP to get fully checked out particularly with you mentioning bladder issues too. Things the vet might do would be have a good look at the penis, check for obstructions like hair wrapped around the base, they might do a urine dip-stick test to get an indication if there is a bladder or kidney infection.
I'm sure some lubrication might help in the meantime, like some vaseline or KY jelly, and perhaps the vet will give you a more specific cream. The penis can get dammaged pretty quickly if it is swollen and not retracting.
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eimi
Newborn Degu
Posts: 19
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Post by eimi on Jul 29, 2015 16:56:29 GMT
Thank you for the response  He's booked in tomorrow with the vets. It seems irritated, pink and blotchy and swollen in comparison to how it usually looks. He was straining to urinate when he (possibly) passed a stone previously, but I can't seem to catch him urinating to find out if that's the case this time. Thank you for the tips, I'm sure he'll appreciate any help, bless him. xx |
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Post by deguconvert on Jul 29, 2015 17:00:30 GMT
Oh how painful!! Poor little guy! Do let us know how he is doing, and if you think he is worsening, don't be afraid to run to the vet today.
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eimi
Newborn Degu
Posts: 19
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Post by eimi on Jul 30, 2015 21:57:36 GMT
Good evening, I took both my boys to the vets today; Maki is on anti-biotics for 10 days as well as an anti-inflammatory/pain relief. I've tried vaseline and that seemed to make him more comfortable. His bladder and general health is fine, so I'm not sure what's up.
I'm glad I brought his brother along too for a check up, as the vet found signs of an infection starting in the right lung, so anti-biotics for 10 days for him too.
Poor old boys, hopefully they'll cheer up soon. Apparently if Embry doesn't improve, an xray is recommended, though anesthetic has its own risks...
Thank you both for your support xx
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Post by deguconvert on Jul 31, 2015 19:00:16 GMT
I am glad they have both been seen. Giving them antibiotics can be difficult, but it is worth it. So glad you have caught the chest infection before he was showing visible symptoms!! I hope they both improve very soon and don't need any further treatment. Let us know how they are doing, please?
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eimi
Newborn Degu
Posts: 19
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Post by eimi on Jul 31, 2015 19:39:33 GMT
Good news! Both goos have perked up very quickly and are looking happy. The swelling is going down too. I'm glad to have a very degu friendly vet.
I agree, administrating antibiotics is... Interesting, to say the least. Bribery wins, I'm afraid: A tiny piece of their favourite treat after having meds squirted in the mouth and all is forgiven.
Again, thank you for your support. It's very appreciated x
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Post by animalmadchloe on Aug 1, 2015 8:27:55 GMT
Good news! Both goos have perked up very quickly and are looking happy. The swelling is going down too. I'm glad to have a very degu friendly vet. I agree, administrating antibiotics is... Interesting, to say the least. Bribery wins, I'm afraid: A tiny piece of their favourite treat after having meds squirted in the mouth and all is forgiven. Again, thank you for your support. It's very appreciated x Have you tried letting the antibiotics be absorbed into a piece of shreddie or nut, it's.so much easier than trying to get abs into the mouth |
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Post by thedeguwrangler on Aug 1, 2015 14:22:31 GMT
Poor degus  I found motorbike gloves were a life saver for administering anti-biotics! |
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Post by deguconvert on Aug 1, 2015 19:21:09 GMT
So glad they are some much happier and perkier today. That is good news!
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Post by moletteuk on Aug 2, 2015 10:18:37 GMT
Hope they continue to improve |
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eimi
Newborn Degu
Posts: 19
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Post by eimi on Aug 2, 2015 14:36:04 GMT
Good news! Both goos have perked up very quickly and are looking happy. The swelling is going down too. I'm glad to have a very degu friendly vet. I agree, administrating antibiotics is... Interesting, to say the least. Bribery wins, I'm afraid: A tiny piece of their favourite treat after having meds squirted in the mouth and all is forgiven. Again, thank you for your support. It's very appreciated x Have you tried letting the antibiotics be absorbed into a piece of shreddie or nut, it's.so much easier than trying to get abs into the mouth I haven't tried shreddies, it's not something we keep usually in the house. Though it was fairly successful mixed into some dried herbage. Maki cottoned on to this previously, so I've tried alternating methods |
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I found motorbike gloves were a life saver for administering anti-biotics!