Recovering from prolapse surgery
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Harley_Davidson
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Oh boy, just got caught up on poor Rex. Keeping my fingers crossed for him today. Hope all goes well.
XoVictoryXo
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Thanks Guys.
Boyfriend is going to take him in , says it is not that bad now, but I still want the vet to look, maybe Rex pulled it back in?
I read people putting preparation H on their geckos prolapse, What do you guys think of that? i dont think its healthy for them to have human chemicals on their innerparts!
Boyfriend is going to take him in , says it is not that bad now, but I still want the vet to look, maybe Rex pulled it back in?
I read people putting preparation H on their geckos prolapse, What do you guys think of that? i dont think its healthy for them to have human chemicals on their innerparts!
Saskia
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I don´t know what preparation H is, but when it happened to my gecko I used a cream called scheriproct, which is suposed to be for humans (hemorroids) and it worked!! some medications, even as they are for humans, they work just fine, because the chemicals in them provoque a ceirtain reaction, and it doesn´t harm them
XoVictoryXo
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Maybe I ought to try it, if it happens again 
Here is a picture of his sweet face, I will update once I hear from Boyfriend/Vet
Here is a picture of his sweet face, I will update once I hear from Boyfriend/Vet
XoVictoryXo
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Man! They have to keep my boy OVERNIGHT. and repair the sutures in the morning when he has time. I am going to be miserable all night worrying about him.
And he is only in a carrier cage, he cant be without a hide and heat in that thing overnight!! ugh!
I am going to be miserable all night worrying about him. And he is only in a carrier cage, he cant be without a hide and heat in that thing overnight!! ugh!
cricket4u
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Man! They have to keep my boy OVERNIGHT. and repair the sutures in the morning when he has time.
And he is only in a carrier cage, he cant be without a hide and heat in that thing overnight!! ugh!
The facility must have the equipment necessary to keep a reptile overnight. They should have enclosures with proper heating and lighting depending on species.
Harley_Davidson
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I would call the vet and confirm they have the necessary equipment. If not can you take a heat pad etc over for him?
XoVictoryXo
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I called and they said he had "a comfortable night in his correct settings". they are going to perform the surgery in the next hour or so and give me a call afterwards. On pins an needles waiting! Poor babe. He is going to hate me after all this
Harley_Davidson
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On pins an needles waiting! Poor babe. He is going to hate me after all this
Awwww its ok....... he isn't going to associate all this with you at all.... but it sure makes you feel that way doesn't it. You are just trying to do the best for him.
Keep us posted!
SamanthaLovely
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I called and they said he had "a comfortable night in his correct settings". they are going to perform the surgery in the next hour or so and give me a call afterwards. On pins an needles waiting! Poor babe. He is going to hate me after all this
I like to think they can tell that you love them. And if so I think he will love you all the more afterwards for all you're doing. If he got better once I'm sure he can do it again. Best wishes for you both.
XoVictoryXo
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He is spending another night at the vets, I called twice today to check on status today and apparently he was the last scheduled surgery of the day. I spoke with the vet who advised he has successfully performed the surgery and claims to have strategically placed the sutures so Rex could not bite at them.
So sad looking at his empty tank. Cant wait to get him home tomorrow. and hold him just for a sec like this---
before I leave him ALONE to rest. No baths!
Im a little upset the vet has kept him over 48 hours, I almost feel like he put the furry type of animals first. I need to find a vet in NJ that specializes in reptiles only. He didnt seem concerned that Rex didn't eat today when I said I was going to come by with food for him.
Thanks for all the well wishes guys!
So sad looking at his empty tank. Cant wait to get him home tomorrow. and hold him just for a sec like this---
before I leave him ALONE to rest. No baths!
Im a little upset the vet has kept him over 48 hours, I almost feel like he put the furry type of animals first. I need to find a vet in NJ that specializes in reptiles only. He didnt seem concerned that Rex didn't eat today when I said I was going to come by with food for him.
Thanks for all the well wishes guys!
Saskia
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Well, the good news is that he overcame surgery fine!! try to sleep early today so you can have him with you soon enough!!!
you can check this website if looking for a reptile veterinarian near you, perhaps if there are several you can give them a visit and choose the one that seems more specialized:
www.arav.com
you can check this website if looking for a reptile veterinarian near you, perhaps if there are several you can give them a visit and choose the one that seems more specialized:
www.arav.com
XoVictoryXo
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Thank you Saskia. Looks like I have to look into which one is closest, the only city i recognize on there is about an hour ride.
I hope all the progress we made this past week isnt set all the way back and he has an appetite.
I hope all the progress we made this past week isnt set all the way back and he has an appetite.
XoVictoryXo
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Waiting for the vet to call to come pick him up.
The first visit last week was $200.
This week he cut me a break and it was $75.
Expensive! but thats the price you have to be prepared to pay to have healthy pets!
The first visit last week was $200.
This week he cut me a break and it was $75.
Expensive! but thats the price you have to be prepared to pay to have healthy pets!
Saskia
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In this link you can put your zip code and it´ll give your the closest optionsÑ
https://timssnet2.allenpress.com/ECOMARAV//TIMSSNET/amm/TNT_MDSearch.cfm?CFID=1212778&CFTOKEN=68903904
Just write the zip, if it gives no results write the zip without the last number, so it can make a wider search...
Do you have Rex with you already?? How did he spend the night??
https://timssnet2.allenpress.com/ECOMARAV//TIMSSNET/amm/TNT_MDSearch.cfm?CFID=1212778&CFTOKEN=68903904
Just write the zip, if it gives no results write the zip without the last number, so it can make a wider search...
Do you have Rex with you already?? How did he spend the night??
XoVictoryXo
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Not yet!
Im at work, I will probably have to send boyfriend to pick him up, or wait till I get out at 5pm to get him.
thanks for that link!!
Im at work, I will probably have to send boyfriend to pick him up, or wait till I get out at 5pm to get him.
thanks for that link!!
XoVictoryXo
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I hate how I have to keep calling their office to see if i can pay invoice and have boyfriend pick him up yet. Sheesh! send my boy home he needs to eat and drink and be warm and cozy!
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