Recovering from prolapse surgery

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cricket4u

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XoVictoryXo said:
OK I will try turkey instead.

Im really Sorry if I sounded snippy, Ive just been very upset and heartbroken about this whole thing. I actually sat around and cried when he wouldnt eat. lol.
You have been so helpful cricket4u! :) *hug*
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No worries, I understand.:)
 
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Just spoke with the front office at the vet, they are going to advise the doctor of Rex's lack of appetite, they said it is common with antibiotics, waiting for a call back from them to see if they will administer liquid nutrients. said not to worry about the shedding skin disturbing the stiches.
 
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Update: found liquid nutrients.. he lapped them up. He also has his own cage set up now. Taking his second warm bath of the day. A scab fell of of his stitches wound... shedding got caught in his stitches i rubbed.it with a wet q tip to assist. Shedding seems to be difficult around his legs and head so i am soaking him. Tail looks much slimmer but not too skinny. Will post pic tommorow. Spoke with vet says i am doing everything right but to give a call tommorow. I'm thinking to put his antibiotics in his liquid nutrients instead of smashing in food. Seems more energetic today. I'm just praying for him to bounce back and not be too traumatized from the ordeal!
 
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XoVictoryXo said:
Update: found liquid nutrients.. he lapped them up. He also has his own cage set up now. Taking his second warm bath of the day. A scab fell of of his stitches wound... shedding got caught in his stitches i rubbed.it with a wet q tip to assist. Shedding seems to be difficult around his legs and head so i am soaking him. Tail looks skimmer but not skinny. Will post pic tommorow. Spoke with vet says i am doing everything right but to give a call tommorow. I'm thinking to put his antibiotics in his liquid nutrients instead of smashing in food. Seems more energetic today. I'm just praying for him to bounce back and not be too traumatized from the ordeal!
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I am glad to hear he lapped up the liquid nutrients and that your housing him alone. Thanks for the update, I think he will do well. :)
 
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Does he look extremely skinny to you? :cry:
I dont know how often to administer the liquid nutrients, seeing him so skinny is upsetting!
 
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im no expert so please no one jump down my throat but, id say he's not unhealthily skinny, but id be happier if his tail was a little more on the plump side.
 
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He is eating the liquid nutrients really well, nit picking at turkey baby food, and im putting crickets or mealworms mashed in it. The antibiotics has killed his appetite and he has no desire to bite, only to lick! I have a follow up call with Vet today.
I am beyond worried. :( but I do say he is looking a bit better today, perking up. I think between the surgery and the shed he was so stressed. the goal is to make him comfortable and keep introducing food to him.
The good news is the rest of his shed came off finally, it took so long this time. im going to forcefeed him like crazy when i get home. not taking NO for an answer, otherwise im going back to vets for help.
 
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XoVictoryXo said:
He is eating the liquid nutrients really well, nit picking at turkey baby food, and im putting crickets or mealworms mashed in it. The antibiotics has killed his appetite and he has no desire to bite, only to lick! I have a follow up call with Vet today.
I am beyond worried. :( but I do say he is looking a bit better today, perking up. I think between the surgery and the shed he was so stressed. the goal is to make him comfortable and keep introducing food to him.
The good news is the rest of his shed came off finally, it took so long this time. im going to forcefeed him like crazy when i get home. not taking NO for an answer, otherwise im going back to vets for help.
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Please do not attempt to FORCE feed unless instructed by the vet. Just continue providing and allowing him to lick. He is not emaciated thin, but he does need some calories. Try to relax a bit or you will cause him tremendous stress. You do not want to mix products or give excess supplementation. He should be on a well balanced product and if you went to the vet he/she should have provided a source? One product to cover all needed nutrients.
 
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ok I will do, Thank you!! *deep breath*
The vet hasnt provided a source, actually he said if he hasnt eaten insects in 3 days not to be too concerned.
Do you think I should find another Vet? He does specialize in exotics however. The original pic was taken exactly a week ago, the thin one taken last night! Thats a lot of weight to lose in a week dont you think? He did test for parasites and did a thorough examination though.
 
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XoVictoryXo said:
ok I will do, Thank you!! *deep breath*
The vet hasnt provided a source, actually he said if he hasnt eaten insects in 3 days not to be too concerned. IDo you think I should find another Vet? He does specialize in exotics however. The original pic was taken exactly a week ago, the thin one taken last night! Thats a lot of weight to lose in a week dont you think? He did test for parasites and did a thorough examination though.
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Did you ask him to provide you with the Hill's A/D like I mentioned? It's prescription so he has to right a slip so that you can buy it, unless he carries it at his office.
 
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His tail looks a bit fatter today :) and guzzled liquid nutrients like a champ, also ate a mashed up mealworm. and licked all of his antibuitics this time as well. tomorrow will attempt crickets. he seemed more interested in food. I take this as a good sign. Energy seems up. This seems like good progress to me.
Turns out the vet failed to call, and I did not get around to calling him, will call in the morning, I would like him to take a look at the wound to make sure healing good.
i thought he was done shedding but when I gave him a bath noticed its still on his legs and tail and neck., I have never experienced a shed taking this long!! he is soaking in his third warm bath of the day. coaxing him out of his shed with a qtip and he seem relaxed and relieved.
I am hoping all of this documentation helps someone in the future!!
 
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I did purchase vitamins as well. Have calcium too. I think earlier u mentioned not to mix supplements with the liquid nutrients so i didn't mix it in today. He ate turkey baby food this morning. He ate a bunch today.. I'm anxious to se tommorows progress... glad to get all his shed off today except for his tail.. which I'm nervous to touch. Skin was all mashed against his wound which i cleaned too. Noticed a little pooh too. He took 3 warm baths today and has a warm moist hide. I hope tommorow he attacks some crickets. He is gaining his strength.
 
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XoVictoryXo said:
I did purchase vitamins as well. Have calcium too. I think earlier u mentioned not to mix supplements with the liquid nutrients so i didn't mix it in today. He ate turkey baby food this morning. He ate a bunch today.. I'm anxious to se tommorows progress... glad to get all his shed off today except for his tail.. which I'm nervous to touch. Skin was all mashed against his wound which i cleaned too. Noticed a little pooh too. He took 3 warm baths today and has a warm moist hide. I hope tommorow he attacks some crickets. He is gaining his strength.
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3 baths a day can be quite stressful. Is that what the vet recommended? If not once a day should be enough. When they are not feeling well they can appear very docile and in reality can be quite stressed which can also cause appetite loss. He really needs time to relax, stay warm aside from the feeding.
 
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yes he reccomended a few hot baths a day due to his wound. he had one today so far. I wonder if i will be able to get the shed off of his tail today :( hopefully he eats as good as he did yesterday.
This has really been some ordeal!! :( and i hate that i am at work instead of checking on him. my Boyfriend feeds him the turkey in the morning.
I just pray he bounces back quickly.
 
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