Inadequate pain relief? X-ray photo added

[MightyMax]

I've read about something before (on here) that helps flush the wound and heal. Is that C10??

I'm not exactly sure what would be appropriate until have better idea of exactly what we're dealing with. But I'd like to ask vet about things like this or packing with Manuka honey etc.

Do you mean F10 perhaps?

I would never use it, but have regularly used Manuka honey without flushing out wounds first. The honey melts and cleans and disinfects.

 

[Shimmer]

I had 2 rabbits who ended up with open wounds from jaw abscess surgery. I used to pack the wounds twice a day with a high UMF manuka honey after cleaning it out with swabs and dilute hibiscrub, or just water. One of them used to attract flies around the wound, so I used F10 round the wound on the recommendation of the vet. I would certainly use it again if needed. It is OK on open wounds (not sure I would use it to flush out a wound, though - need to check) and the insecticide prevents fly larvae hatching (like Rearguard does, but was not suitable in this instance) - which was the issue I was working on.

http://www.mah-shop.co.uk/germicidal-wound-spray-with-insecticide---from-1125-807-p.asp

Just make sure that the F10 does not come into contact with cats.

 

[jerseygirl]

Do you mean F10 perhaps?

I would never use it, but have regularly used Manuka honey without flushing out wounds first. The honey melts and cleans and disinfects.

It must be that I was thinking of, MightyMax. I'll do a more thorough search of old threads when time allows.

 

[jerseygirl]

I have copy of x-ray if anyone is interested. dorsal ventral view. Second on is enlarged and I've added arrows point out problem areas.

On your right, you can see the swelling, the round bony prominence of ear is less defined and also the thinner end portion of mandible.

I had revisit with vet on Friday and we're back on penicillin shots AND he agreed pain med could be upped if required. I mentioned I thought they could have 0-3-0.6mg at least, which he readily agreed. In fact, he was confused as to why I had cat meloxicam. So I am more convinced the clinic did not speak with him Wednesday when I rang. Next visit, I will be asking him if the other vets there are on board with the higher doses for rabbits.

I'm to irrigate the wound best I can in the meantime. My boy is doing well, coping with medicating and my prodding around. Appetite is good.

 

[Jack's-Jane]

I have copy of x-ray if anyone is interested. dorsal ventral view. Second on is enlarged and I've added arrows point out problem areas.

On your right, you can see the swelling, the round bony prominence of ear is less defined and also the thinner end portion of mandible.

I had revisit with vet on Friday and we're back on penicillin shots AND he agreed pain med could be upped if required. I mentioned I thought they could have 0-3-0.6mg at least, which he readily agreed. In fact, he was confused as to why I had cat meloxicam. So I am more convinced the clinic did not speak with him Wednesday when I rang. Next visit, I will be asking him if the other vets there are on board with the higher doses for rabbits.

I'm to irrigate the wound best I can in the meantime. My boy is doing well, coping with medicating and my prodding around. Appetite is good.

Thanks for sharing the Xray images. I am glad that the Vet is happy to prescribe the Depocillin and higher dose of Meloxicam. I hope that your Rabbit continues to cope well xx

 

[MightyMax]

I have copy of x-ray if anyone is interested. dorsal ventral view. Second on is enlarged and I've added arrows point out problem areas.

On your right, you can see the swelling, the round bony prominence of ear is less defined and also the thinner end portion of mandible.

I had revisit with vet on Friday and we're back on penicillin shots AND he agreed pain med could be upped if required. I mentioned I thought they could have 0-3-0.6mg at least, which he readily agreed. In fact, he was confused as to why I had cat meloxicam. So I am more convinced the clinic did not speak with him Wednesday when I rang. Next visit, I will be asking him if the other vets there are on board with the higher doses for rabbits.

I'm to irrigate the wound best I can in the meantime. My boy is doing well, coping with medicating and my prodding around. Appetite is good.

Thank you so much for posting the X-ray. I'm glad your vet has agreed to the penicillin being continued, and also to the pain relief. Are you still on the Cat Metacam?

Good luck irrigating the wound. You really do have his best interests at heart and caring for him beautifully x

 

[jerseygirl]

Thank you. I hope my care is enough!
Yes, still cat strength. :/ Just giving daily maintainence dose for now. He seems to be coping well.

 

[daphnephoebe]

Glad he's coping well & fingers crossed he continues to improve x

 

[MightyMax]

Thank you. I hope my care is enough!
Yes, still cat strength. :/ Just giving daily maintainence dose for now. He seems to be coping well.

Good news