Post by Dawn - Admin on Jun 8, 2006 14:41:47 GMT
This is known as CHELITIS ("kel-eye-tis")
It's a fungal infection common in cavies that appears on the nose, like this:
Cause
The cause of Chelitis is unknown and there are many theories as to why it happens, although no theory is difinitive. Generally, it does not appear to be painful or irritating to the cavy, although it looks unpleasant and unattractive.
Treatment
Chelitis is a scabby stitch - it is not advisable to pick this scab off the nose as the skin underneath is tender and picking off the scabby surface will be painful for the guinea pig. The knobbly scabs drop off on their own, although this does not rid the cavy of the infection.
To treat Chelitis, my vet gave me a liquid called "Pevidine" to be applied with a cotton bud to the affected area once a day. For a very scabby stitch, apply around the area to allow the Pevidine to seep under the scab. For a less angry stitch, the Pevidine may be applied on and around it if the scab is not too thick.
Conclusion
Please see your vet if you think your cavy has Chelitis. "Pevidine" can be obtained from your veterinary surgeon and, as with all ailments that require a prescription medication, always consult your vet before using prescription treatments.
It's a fungal infection common in cavies that appears on the nose, like this:
Cause
The cause of Chelitis is unknown and there are many theories as to why it happens, although no theory is difinitive. Generally, it does not appear to be painful or irritating to the cavy, although it looks unpleasant and unattractive.
Treatment
Chelitis is a scabby stitch - it is not advisable to pick this scab off the nose as the skin underneath is tender and picking off the scabby surface will be painful for the guinea pig. The knobbly scabs drop off on their own, although this does not rid the cavy of the infection.
To treat Chelitis, my vet gave me a liquid called "Pevidine" to be applied with a cotton bud to the affected area once a day. For a very scabby stitch, apply around the area to allow the Pevidine to seep under the scab. For a less angry stitch, the Pevidine may be applied on and around it if the scab is not too thick.
Conclusion
Please see your vet if you think your cavy has Chelitis. "Pevidine" can be obtained from your veterinary surgeon and, as with all ailments that require a prescription medication, always consult your vet before using prescription treatments.
