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Bumblefoot. Bone visible? Graphic photos!

Thank you so much for your replies 💕
Yes I suppose too that it’s because of the osteomalacia the bone have been easily broken. 😭
We will proceed with Bactrim, and increase the Metacam from 0.6 ml to 1 ml (metacam for cats) until the vet visit next week. Anyone think that the broken bones can be fixed with surgery (intramedullary pins)?
 
LadyC said:
Thank you so much for your replies 💕
Yes I suppose too that it’s because of the osteomalacia the bone have been easily broken. 😭
We will proceed with Bactrim, and increase the Metacam from 0.6 ml to 1 ml (metacam for cats) until the vet visit next week. Anyone think that the broken bones can be fixed with surgery (intramedullary pins)?
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Hi

Sadly there is no chance of fixing bones in guinea pigs; especially not something as delicate as toe bones. It is just too fiddly. It usually comes down to an amputation if mobility and a possible bone infection are an issue. :(
 
I hate to sound ignorant but how did it get this bad? Is she a rescue or something?
 
Oh no I’m so sorry. Popcorn high over the bridge ❤️
 
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