lindsay101
New Kit
Hello,
I have two rabbits and have had nothing but eye problems!. Really at a loss to what to do and my vet also seems uncertain on whats next. I wondered if anyone on here has any suggestions? I'll list a brief history,
- Alfie developed a red eye which was mildly weeping. Nothing was in it, no teeth issues and nothing appeared blocked. He was prescribed anti-inflammatory drops and his eye was flushed
-The next day, both rabbits (Harry and Alfie) developed sore eyes. I took them to the emergency out of hours vet. I was informed that it was likely mild Myxomatosis (despite a vaccine). However they would be also treated for conjunctivitis. They had a 10 day prescription of oral antibiotics, they also had eye drops that were antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drops.
-There was no improvement, so the amount of anti-biotics was doubled. After ten days both rabbits eyes were clear.
-Then after a few days, Alfie's one eye flared up again. Its bulbous, swollen, red and with a slightly creamy discharge (same eye as before). An alternative antibiotic was prescribed. However after a few days his eye was closed. His other eye seems fine. So he returned to the vet for his tear duct to be flushed. I was informed a large white plug came out. I'm going back on Monday for it to be flushed again.
The vet is not very clear about the diagnosis. She's suggested snuffles, conjunctivitis, virus etc. But has advised he is becoming resistant to antibiotics. He's his usual happy self and other than a hideous eye he seems fine.
Does any one have any suggestions on what else I can try? further treatment options? I'm £600 down in one month, this is just not sustainable long term. He's insured but his illness kicked in before it was live.
thanks!:thumb:
I have two rabbits and have had nothing but eye problems!. Really at a loss to what to do and my vet also seems uncertain on whats next. I wondered if anyone on here has any suggestions? I'll list a brief history,
- Alfie developed a red eye which was mildly weeping. Nothing was in it, no teeth issues and nothing appeared blocked. He was prescribed anti-inflammatory drops and his eye was flushed
-The next day, both rabbits (Harry and Alfie) developed sore eyes. I took them to the emergency out of hours vet. I was informed that it was likely mild Myxomatosis (despite a vaccine). However they would be also treated for conjunctivitis. They had a 10 day prescription of oral antibiotics, they also had eye drops that were antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drops.
-There was no improvement, so the amount of anti-biotics was doubled. After ten days both rabbits eyes were clear.
-Then after a few days, Alfie's one eye flared up again. Its bulbous, swollen, red and with a slightly creamy discharge (same eye as before). An alternative antibiotic was prescribed. However after a few days his eye was closed. His other eye seems fine. So he returned to the vet for his tear duct to be flushed. I was informed a large white plug came out. I'm going back on Monday for it to be flushed again.
The vet is not very clear about the diagnosis. She's suggested snuffles, conjunctivitis, virus etc. But has advised he is becoming resistant to antibiotics. He's his usual happy self and other than a hideous eye he seems fine.
Does any one have any suggestions on what else I can try? further treatment options? I'm £600 down in one month, this is just not sustainable long term. He's insured but his illness kicked in before it was live.
thanks!:thumb:
