My small black rabbit (bought him at about 4 months old from a pet shop), has produced a thickish white discharge from his nose periodically when he sneezes. He is now about a year old. During the time I have had him, I have had him neutered and vaccinated. My vet has listened to his lungs before and after neutering and says they are clear. He looks healthy, lots of energy, glossy coat and eats well. So why the white foamy discharge? Could it be allergy to the straw etc? Do I need to be concerned? :?
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White nasal discharge
- Thread starter Sunny
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Mama Doe
I think this sounds like it needs veterinary follow up.
When your vet listens to your buns chest pre & post op its the lower respiratory tract they are assessing.
This sounds more like a problem of the upper respiratory tract, of which it could one of many things.
So best get this checked out.
When your vet listens to your buns chest pre & post op its the lower respiratory tract they are assessing.
This sounds more like a problem of the upper respiratory tract, of which it could one of many things.
So best get this checked out.
I agree with this.
This wounds like an upper respiratory problem and he needs to be seen quickly to prevent it worsening.
prettylupin
Wise Old Thumper
White discharge is classically a sign of upper respiratory tract infection - either from an elongated tooth root or a lowered immune system, either way bun has active pathogens in the nose and upper respiratory tract that warrants vet treatment for an infection.
