Guinea Pig Surgery
I knew Chili was not feeling well this week so I got him into the vet pronto. Yesterday we went in and Chili had an xray right away. He has a bladder stone. It is quite big and the only solution is surgery. Poor Chili. He is not eating as much as usual and I know he is uncomfortable. Plus the vet pushed on his bladder as part of the initial exam before the xray which kind of irritated him, obviously. Anyway, I've got him on pain meds and antibiotics. The surgery is tomorrow. Not sure the exact time of day but my vet is coming in early to do it. She is really a great vet, she gave me a big hug since I was crying and she always has kleenex in all the exam rooms. I am trying to think positive! Chili will wake up and feel better. I'm sure she will keep him overnight so I will get him back on Saturday. I do really believe this will work out well.
We also saw that he has some joint changes on his knees. Arthritis I think, bone spurs. He might be on pain meds permanently after that. I had another pig on pain meds for his arthritis in his hips, it made a big difference. When they are in pain they don't feel very hungry and their weight can drop which is bad. Chili has lost some weight, but I'm sure as part of his recovery he will eat more and gain it back.
Let's all think good thoughts for Chili!!
We also saw that he has some joint changes on his knees. Arthritis I think, bone spurs. He might be on pain meds permanently after that. I had another pig on pain meds for his arthritis in his hips, it made a big difference. When they are in pain they don't feel very hungry and their weight can drop which is bad. Chili has lost some weight, but I'm sure as part of his recovery he will eat more and gain it back.
Let's all think good thoughts for Chili!!