Search Results
1128 results for “veterinary exam”
My kitten was fine, but today its hind legs suddenly went paralyzed and it can’t walk—only the front legs move. What’s going on?
Sudden hind-leg paralysis is mainly from bone injury or nerve damage. Think back to any falls or trauma that could harm bone, muscle, or ligaments (X-ray can diagnose). Spinal or nerve damage can also cause it (CT needed). A physical exam alone isn't enough—see a vet promptly.
How to treat a flesh-like lump in a hamster’s ear
A lump in a hamster's ear may be from tissue overgrowth, a tumor, or infection. A pink ball may be a polyp (surgically removed and disinfected); a small ball from bacteria may be an abscess (apply anti-inflammatory medicine); a tumor needs vet evaluation by type.
Hit by a car, butt is swollen and red, blood in the urine
Blood in the urine after a dog is hit by a car is very likely an internal injury, such as rupture and bleeding of the bladder, spleen, or other internal organs. Severe internal bleeding can cause abdominal fluid buildup and peritonitis, and without prompt treatment can be fatal, so take the dog to a veterinary clinic promptly for an ultrasound. If the exam shows only lower urinary tract bleeding, you can give the dog appropriate anti-inflammatory, hemostatic, and bladder-mucosa repair medications such as amoxicillin clavulanate, etamsylate, carbazochrome, or sucralfate. The specific medication depends on the exam results; the owner must not self-medicate.
No urination for over 24 hours, keeps licking the area, vulva swollen for a week (thought it was heat since she’s 8 months); one or two bowel movements a day, appetite okay, but low spirits
No urine for over 24 hours may be urinary blockage. If the bladder is full, get microscopy and urinalysis at a vet to tell infection from stone, then catheterize and treat. If the bladder isn't full, heat-related low water, hormone upset, or stress may be the cause — soothe her and encourage drinking; if still no urine, see a vet.
What skin diseases is the Alaskan Malamute prone to?
Common skin diseases in the Alaskan Malamute include bacterial skin infections, fungal skin infections, and parasitic skin infections. There are many causes, including a damp environment, going too long without a bath, and parasite infection. In addition, the Malamute's own lowered skin immunity can also trigger skin disease. If you notice abnormal skin symptoms on the Alaskan Malamute, take it to a veterinary clinic promptly for a skin scraping examination and targeted treatment based on the cause.
Xiaohei is a newborn kitten I just brought home the day before yesterday. He was energetic at first but wouldn’t eat (not even wet food); since last night he just sleeps, though he eliminates normally. Today we switched cat food and he ate ~20g but is still listless—what should I do?
A newly homed kitten being low-energy is common. With no clear symptoms, keep observing and check temperature. If it keeps refusing food with vomiting or diarrhea, it may be sick—see a vet for targeted treatment.
Hello, my dog suddenly lay on the ground with its hind legs twitching, and the sides of its belly also twitched; it wouldn’t get up or respond when called, and it vomited. What’s going on?
Sudden convulsions and vomiting mainly point to poisoning, distemper complications, epilepsy, nerve damage, or brain parasite infection. Once the convulsions ease, take it to a vet for cause-based treatment. If it had distemper before, it's likely a distemper aftereffect.
Why does my dog have a small bump on its chin?
A chin bump may be eczema, fungal infection, or parasites. Dogs wet their chins eating/drinking; constant dampness can cause eczema. External parasites biting the skin can raise bumps; fungus or bacteria can too. Disinfect and soothe the bump; if no improvement, see a vet.
Why does my red-eared slider’s eye water after applying erythromycin ointment?
Based on your description, the watering is from the turtle's eye problem, not the drug—e.g., bacterial infection or pus. Many causes of swelling need different treatments. Dry-dock the turtle and use anti-inflammatory eye drops or ointment; seek a vet if it worsens.
What happens if a Bichon eats raisins?
A Bichon eating raisins will show signs of poisoning, because dogs cannot metabolize certain compounds in grapes; even a small amount can damage kidney function and cause vomiting, diarrhea, no urine output, lethargy, and loss of appetite. A large single dose could even be fatal. Therefore, if a Bichon accidentally eats raisins and shows these symptoms, take it to a veterinary clinic promptly for examination and treatment, to prevent the toxin from damaging the kidneys or leading to something more serious.