Wet Chin?

[Lucy_Piggie]

Hi all!
I came downstairs to say hello to Lucy this morning, and she really didn't look good. Her chin was really wet, and at first I thought she'd slept in her wee because she has a habit of doing that sometimes but I spelt it and it didn't smell like wee. She also has a bit of goo near the inner part of her eye.
I'm not experienced with illnesses so any help would be much appreciated, thanks!
(I'll try to attach some photos later!)

 

[VickiA]

Please get an appointment to see the vet if you have any concerns. And switch to daily weighing to see if she’s lost weight. Have you seen her eating hay, veg & pellets. Is she able to swallow? I would certainly have her seen by a vet sooner rather than later as she may have a dental problem if she’s wet on the chin.

 

[Piggies&buns]

Please have her checked by a vet. A wet chin can sometimes suggest swallowing or dental issues

Switch to daily weight checks and step in with syringe feeding if necessary.

 

[Swissgreys]

I agree about having her seen by a vet.
A wet chin can be a sign of lots of things, so it is best to have her properly checked by a professional.
I hope you get some answers.

 

[Lucy_Piggie]

just found out Lucy passed away We're going to bury her in the garden with her other two sisters

 

[Wiebke]

Hi and welcome

Please try and see a vet within 24 hours; as an immediate emergency if your piggy is really off and unable to process food (unable to swallow/pass saliva through the gut) - the latter is a life or death emergency.
Step in with feeding mushed up pellets to test whether she can still process food. Try just with a very little to see whether she can still swallow or whether she really fights you - in the latter case, she is very likely no longer able to swallow or process any feed.

Sorry, our posts have crossed. I am very sorry. It did sound to me like your girl could have gone into organ failure already. In guinea pigs, this can happen very suddenly and quickly, and it is not your fault.

Please take a look the guides in this link here. They will hopefully help you make more sense of what has happened and what you can do for yourself and for your girl's companion/companions.
Death, Dying, Terminal Illness; Human Grieving and Bereaved Companions: Information and Support for Owners and Their Children
PS: Here is our link to anything to do with a potential emergency and emrgency care in case you may need it again. It is worth bookmarking: Emergency, Crisis and Bridging Care until a Vet Appointment

 

[VickiA]

I am very sorry for your loss.