Guinea Pig Eye Infected/Bulging

[GP1603]

I am wondering what caused this. Do you know?

The vet said her teeth were fine so she must of cut her eye on something then her eye reacted to it badly which made her scratch it and her eye has now blown up.

 

[Guineautopia]

The bracken center is open until 18:30 tonight and also open tomorrow morning. Jenny is one of the vets that is in the recommend vet list in this forum. Couldn’t hurt to call them and see if the cost is accurate?

 

[DMS260820]

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The vet said her teeth were fine so she must of cut her eye on something then her eye reacted to it badly which made her scratch it and her eye has now blown up.View attachment 94161

dont put her down. Get another vet who knows about guinea pigs. U can save this pig.

 

[Claire W]

Gosh, that does seem quite expensive.

What's the reason behind your vet saying she won't make it? When I had a pig who had to have her eye removed, the vet explained the risks but pts was never suggested

 

[Posyrose]

I agree with @Claire W - it seems expensive and I'm surprised that they are so pessimistic about the outcome of the operation. I would suggest that you get a second opinion as I really don't think pts should be an option yet - it seems like you may have a vet with limited knowledge of guinea pigs

 

[helen105281]

It can be dental related but I think not always. A scratch would not cause an abscess behind the eye. Where abouts are you? Can you get to Northampton at all?

 

[DMS260820]

The vet said her teeth were fine so she must of cut her eye on something then her eye reacted to it badly which made her scratch it and her eye has now blown up.View attachment 94161

Get to a vet who knows guinea pigs.and who doesnt see it as a worthless animal that only kids own who dont care about them. Your pig is not done yet. Your vet has done the classic make up a story that sounds right and fob you off b********it. Ive been there with an eye problem pig, not as bad but the same kinda crap said to me. Oh must be a cut. It turned out to be a upper respitatory problem

 

[helen105281]

Also a lot of vets say the teeth are ok when they aren't.

 

[DMS260820]

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Also a lot of vets say the teeth are ok when they aren't.

i had a vet say my old guinea pigs molars were growing inwards instead of up like ours lol

 

[GP1603]

Hi, there is a really good guinea pig savy vet in Bracknell if you have any problems.
Bracken veterinary center. Her name is Jenny.
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I will phone up tomorrow and arrange to take her there! thank you so much

 

[GP1603]

Gosh, that does seem quite expensive.

What's the reason behind your vet saying she won't make it? When I had a pig who had to have her eye removed, the vet explained the risks but pts was never suggested

because she is a small animal and it is very difficult to operate on small beings, he said there is a lot of risk involved as many things can go wrong due to the size of the pig

 

[GP1603]

It can be dental related but I think not always. A scratch would not cause an abscess behind the eye. Where abouts are you? Can you get to Northampton at all?

based on bracknell, near reading. northampton is way too far to travel unfortunately:-(

 

[Claire W]

because she is a small animal and it is very difficult to operate on small beings, he said there is a lot of risk involved as many things can go wrong due to the size of the pig

Yes, that’s true but I and my vet always go with the thought that it’s better to try than not to try at all

 

[GP1603]

Yes, that’s true but I and my vet always go with the thought that it’s better to try than not to try at all

yes of course but he kept saying how she will most probably die during the operation

 

[Guineautopia]

I will phone up tomorrow and arrange to take her there! thank you so much

She is very well recommended. Good luck.

 

[DMS260820]

I will phone up tomorrow and arrange to take her there! thank you so much

Yea do that. I know the money is depressing. I hate bill at the end. But ul be buzzing about your pig being ok

 

[Merrypigs Sanctuary]

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i had a vet say my old guinea pigs molars were growing inwards instead of up like ours lol

That's actually true, they do grow at a 45 degree angle

 

[Claire W]

yes of course but he kept saying how she will most probably die during the operation

I would definitely seek a second opinion if at all possible. Vets should be confident that they will get through the op unless the piggy is a poor candidate for surgery

 

[Merab]

You are in a hard place.
Whatever decision you make will be right because you will have thought carefully about all the possibilities.
You will have listened to all the advice and you love your guinea pig.
Holding you in my thoughts

 

[DMS260820]

That's actually true, they do grow at a 45 degree angle

I meant the vet thought it was a problem. He thought they should be growing straight up vertical

 

[Posyrose]

yes of course but he kept saying how she will most probably die during the operation

It doesn't seem like the most challenging operation; I suspect a vet with more experience of operating on piggies would be more confident of a definite outcome. There is always a risk with the anaesthetic which vets have to point out, but it's fairly small. I really encourage you to find a cavy savvy vet - who might be cheaper.

Good luck

 

[Livia Rabideau]

Definitely a second opinion before even thinking of being put to sleep! There may be other options! I hope you have some better news!

 

[GPTV]

Think I go for a second opinion too. I wouldn't want to give up on her yet until I'd explored your options further.

The price does seem rather expensive his surgery time looks like it's estimated at 15 minutes to do the operation, but it looks like it cost about £586 per hour plus VAT which works out approximately £703!
If I've done my maths correctly!

Keep giving the medications prescribed for now, but definitely go for a second opinion. Also ask the other vets if you could do a payment plan or installments to try and spread the cost, if it's too much all at once?

As others have said guinea pigs do OK with only one eye, and can lead a full and happy life for years afterwards.
As with all surgery it will carry a risk but with a good vet this will minimise the risk considerably, but you will have some post surgery aftercare to get to grips with too

Healing vibes and a speedy recovery to your little girl. xx
And Edit when my Grace had surgery for an abscess the total cost was £142 ,that included anaesthetic, surgery and aftercare. I know my vets are cheap generally, but your quote does seem very expensive it might be worth querying it too. Xx

 

[Lady Kelly]

A knowledgeable vet can complete an eye removal operation with very minimal risk. Unless your vet is saying that your piggy has other health problems which are likely to have an impact then I would be considering a second opinion from a more knowledgeable vet

 

[Merrypigs Sanctuary]

I meant the vet thought it was a problem. He thought they should be growing straight up vertical

Aaaah, I see! Lol

 

[GP1603]

Just been to the Bracken Vetinery Centre and they’ve said the exact same thing. The price is £450 to do surgery and they said it’s unlikely she will make it through.

 

[Guineautopia]

Well at least now you know for sure and there will be no doubt in your mind. The main thing is for your darling piggie not to suffer anymore. We are here to support you. X

 

[Merab]

So sorry you’ve had such bad news.
We’re here to support you through the difficult time.

 

[DMS260820]

Just been to the Bracken Vetinery Centre and they’ve said the exact same thing. The price is £450 to do surgery and they said it’s unlikely she will make it through.

i cant understand why there isnt much chance. Sorry for the bad news. You are a great owner .

 

[Seven7]

I think you have to do what is allowed in your budget. No one here can tell you what to do because we don't know your situation.

I always have emergency money saved up for my pets in case something bad happen to them. My pets are my family so I have to save my family. My pets bring me more joy than any humans ever have.