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Swollen Nose

Santa's Bunny's nose did heal up eventually. Although at first it did look pretty gross.
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Jane do you know if there was a thread about it? I'm just wondering what meds the bunny had. Oliver is on septrin but I'm cleaning alot of gunk out 2/3 times a day - I'm worried as to whether its strong enough.
 
After a few days of excessive gunk coming out of the wound, the original scab (which I suspect to be the initial puncture wound) has come loose and whilst extremely stressful things are still coming away, I think I actually may of been able to clean alot of infection out now that its accessible. Its quite daunting keeping on top of it all. Oliver is remarkably bright, if anything eating much better than he had been previously - he's actually put on weight. Not really an issue as he always falls underweight at the start of the colder months so he definately needs the extra. I feel awful for him having to be subjected to so much cleaning, but I'm telling myself its being cruel to be kind. He's such a decile rabbit, and he's definately resisting the cleans so it must be extreamly painful. :cry:
 
Thanks Jane. Olivers wound is not on his nose like deliah, he literally has no nose. I can't post pics to explain as I suspect its too graphic for alot of members, It makes me feel queesy each time cleaning time comes around. :(
 
Amy104 said:
After a few days of excessive gunk coming out of the wound, the original scab (which I suspect to be the initial puncture wound) has come loose and whilst extremely stressful things are still coming away, I think I actually may of been able to clean alot of infection out now that its accessible. Its quite daunting keeping on top of it all. Oliver is remarkably bright, if anything eating much better than he had been previously - he's actually put on weight. Not really an issue as he always falls underweight at the start of the colder months so he definately needs the extra. I feel awful for him having to be subjected to so much cleaning, but I'm telling myself its being cruel to be kind. He's such a decile rabbit, and he's definately resisting the cleans so it must be extreamly painful. :cry:
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Poor wee man.
Must be difficult for you too, to witness his distress.
 
Amy104 said:
Thanks Jane. Olivers wound is not on his nose like deliah, he literally has no nose. I can't post pics to explain as I suspect its too graphic for alot of members, It makes me feel queesy each time cleaning time comes around. :(
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If you wanted to PM me some pics I wont mind seeing them. I have a strong stomach. Obviously I cant offer any qualified advice. But maybe I could make a few suggestions that you could run by your Vet.
 
Amy104 said:
Thanks Jane. Olivers wound is not on his nose like deliah, he literally has no nose. I can't post pics to explain as I suspect its too graphic for alot of members, It makes me feel queesy each time cleaning time comes around. :(
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Feel free to PM me photos Amy.
I will help if I can :)
 
Thanks guys - I will take some tonight.

Much less gunk this morning so hopefully antibiotics are starting to do their job.
 
Excellent. Has the Vet mentioned using some medical grade Manuka Honey on the wound after you have cleaned it ? I use this one
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Oddly enough when I was raiding the bunnies first aid kit to borrow the activon for myself it did occur to me, but its very thick in consistancy and I'd be worried about it blocking the nasal passages as everything is so exposed.
 
Amy104 said:
Oddly enough when I was raiding the bunnies first aid kit to borrow the activon for myself it did occur to me, but its very thick in consistancy and I'd be worried about it blocking the nasal passages as everything is so exposed.
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Manuka Honey is good stuff, but the thickness could mean that it doesn't go on a wound gently enough.
In an abscess cavity, it's useful as the warmth of the body softens it and it flows.

Would you be able to ask your vet about using it on his nose?
 
MightyMax said:
Manuka Honey is good stuff, but the thickness could mean that it doesn't go on a wound gently enough.
In an abscess cavity, it's useful as the warmth of the body softens it and it flows.

Would you be able to ask your vet about using it on his nose?
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Yep I will do. Given the sensitive nature though I'm not sure it would be suitable. you'll see what I mean once I get the pics. Its a shame as I've used it lots in absesses - its fantastic stuff, hence why I borrowed some for myself :lol:
 
Ive Pm'd you both pics - I can't stress enough that they are very upseting to look at, so I really appreciate the help.
 
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