hot cross bun
Alpha Buck
My rabbit has got cystitis any ideas how she gets it or what the best treatment is pls
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cystitis
- Thread starter hot cross bun
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She needs to see vet. What makes you think it is cystitis (unless you've already been to the vet and she is having treatment and painkillers)?
Well, I didn't know that. How would you know there was a problem (I have first hand knowledge of 'human' cystitis, so would you see them trying to pee all the time)?
Jack's-Jane
Wise Old Thumper
They tend to do spots of wee rather than a proper wee. Sometimes they strain. They may drink a lot and some 'leak' wee. They can also show signs of abdominal pain-eg tummy pressing, fast breathing, restless. Gut stasis can develop as a secondary issue.
hot cross bun
Alpha Buck
yes she has had this before vet thought cystitis or stones but said it can't be stones as it clears up on septrin and metacam back Friday for x ray
That's really interesting - thank you!
bunniesgalore
Alpha Buck
Milly has bladder sludge and repeated bouts of cystitis. I can tell because she tends to be wet underneath as they often 'leak' urine. She's generally tender 'down below' too. Also Milly digs at her litter more, she wants a flat bit to wee on. She's just not 'quite right' too. A dose of antibiotics later she's OK. I have to ensure she drinks lots and when I wash their veggies/herbs etc I leave them very wet and serve them on a melamine plate which keeps the water by the veggies until eaten.
