Pour-on ivermectin appears to be available in China, or at least made there:
https://www.veyongpharma.com/1-ivermect ... n-product/
https://china.desertcart.com/products/1 ... le-1000-ml
The Desertcart site is a huge bottle, you don't need that much -- but it appears to be available.
Dongzheng410, are you in or near a major city, or out in the countryside? Ivermectin is used for cattle, swine and poultry, and can be easier to buy out in the country.
Do an internet search for pour-on ivermectin and see if you can find it. If you can get it, we can help you with dosing and treatment, as mentioned above.
dongzheng410's request for ill hamster advice [edit: guinea pig]
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Lynx
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dongzheng410, you have emailed me multiple times with questions and sent over 20 images. I will try to select one or two to post.
Please post all your new information and questions on your topic rather than sending emails. Other readers are likely to be able to help you more than I can (I do not have a medical background).
Please post all your new information and questions on your topic rather than sending emails. Other readers are likely to be able to help you more than I can (I do not have a medical background).
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Lynx
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You need antibacterial ear drops for the diagnosed bacterial ear infection. The ear doctor you saw could have prescribed something (many species would use the same formulation).
If you read the link I posted to the UTI page, you would see that trimethoprim sulfamethoxizole (what we call Bactrim) is well tolerated and generally effective on urinary tract infections. Please read the UTI page if you did not read it the first time.
I did not see any indication there were stones in your xrays. Here is your skull radiograph:
If you read the link I posted to the UTI page, you would see that trimethoprim sulfamethoxizole (what we call Bactrim) is well tolerated and generally effective on urinary tract infections. Please read the UTI page if you did not read it the first time.
I did not see any indication there were stones in your xrays. Here is your skull radiograph:
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Catie Cavy
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You stated in your email:
"Even in the first two videos, he had twitching movements, and the doctor told me. It was mating..."
Was she swinging her hips from side to side? If so it could be mating-type behavior. If it was more twitching, it could be related to possible skin mites which can be treated with topical ivomectin.
"The guinea pig's urine test results showed ++ calcium oxalate crystals, + epithelial cells, + microorganisms, and a pH of 8.7. The guinea pig had previously suffered from a urinary tract infection (UTI)."
If this test was done prior to the Baytril, the Baytril should have taken care of the infection. If the test was done after being treated with Baytril, the Bactrim antibiotic that Lynx mentioned should clear up any remaining urinary tract infection.
"Even in the first two videos, he had twitching movements, and the doctor told me. It was mating..."
Was she swinging her hips from side to side? If so it could be mating-type behavior. If it was more twitching, it could be related to possible skin mites which can be treated with topical ivomectin.
"The guinea pig's urine test results showed ++ calcium oxalate crystals, + epithelial cells, + microorganisms, and a pH of 8.7. The guinea pig had previously suffered from a urinary tract infection (UTI)."
If this test was done prior to the Baytril, the Baytril should have taken care of the infection. If the test was done after being treated with Baytril, the Bactrim antibiotic that Lynx mentioned should clear up any remaining urinary tract infection.
Thank you, everyone. I will start with Bacterlin first. I plan to give him this medication along with Meloxicam.
Meloxicam Oral Suspension (Meloxicam)
10 ml, containing 1.5 mg per ml, to be administered to her,
but I am unsure of the dosage for both medications. Please assist me. She weighs 900 grams.
Below is my translation of what the doctor said:
We observed inflammatory changes around his kidneys. Additionally, there is a small amount of ascites, which may not require intervention. A small amount of ascites naturally exists in the body cavity of healthy guinea pigs, and this is an acceptable finding. Additionally, we observed sediment in the bladder. This sediment is normal because guinea pigs have alkaline urine, so their bladder urine naturally appears cloudy. The cellular components and crystals we observed are relatively acceptable findings. (She was convulsing due to pain, not due to mites in her body, and no mites were found in her ear canal. Yesterday, the doctor also noted a significant reduction in black discharge in her ear canal. I recommended that her mother continue using ear drops, and planned to clear the bladder crystals and relieve pain by administering oral Bactrim + Metacam.
Abnormalities were subsequently observed in the reproductive system. For such reproductive system abnormalities, sterilisation surgery or dynamic observation may be considered. As long as there is no obvious bleeding, this surgery is an option.
This was the doctor's assessment at the time, and he did not prescribe any medications for us. He mentioned that if sterilisation surgery were to be performed, there are currently no high-quality anaesthetics available in China, and all high-quality anaesthetics must be imported from abroad. As for my guinea pig, she has not experienced significant bleeding at this time. I asked if hCG or other hormonal medications could be prescribed, but the doctor stated that such medications are currently unavailable in China and suggested seeking better conservative treatment methods here. If medication is needed, he can prescribe it as long as it is available here, so he did not prescribe any medication. He simply sent her home! I am concerned that, in addition to the ovarian cyst issue, the ultrasound examination also indicated possible kidney damage. However, since I did not want her to endure pain, I did not proceed with blood tests. In China, hCG is administered via injection, and the doctor mentioned that this medication is not ideal. The spray form is not available in China, so do I need to administer it via injection? Should I also attempt to find the spray formulation of hCG?
Meloxicam Oral Suspension (Meloxicam)
10 ml, containing 1.5 mg per ml, to be administered to her,
but I am unsure of the dosage for both medications. Please assist me. She weighs 900 grams.
Below is my translation of what the doctor said:
We observed inflammatory changes around his kidneys. Additionally, there is a small amount of ascites, which may not require intervention. A small amount of ascites naturally exists in the body cavity of healthy guinea pigs, and this is an acceptable finding. Additionally, we observed sediment in the bladder. This sediment is normal because guinea pigs have alkaline urine, so their bladder urine naturally appears cloudy. The cellular components and crystals we observed are relatively acceptable findings. (She was convulsing due to pain, not due to mites in her body, and no mites were found in her ear canal. Yesterday, the doctor also noted a significant reduction in black discharge in her ear canal. I recommended that her mother continue using ear drops, and planned to clear the bladder crystals and relieve pain by administering oral Bactrim + Metacam.
Abnormalities were subsequently observed in the reproductive system. For such reproductive system abnormalities, sterilisation surgery or dynamic observation may be considered. As long as there is no obvious bleeding, this surgery is an option.
This was the doctor's assessment at the time, and he did not prescribe any medications for us. He mentioned that if sterilisation surgery were to be performed, there are currently no high-quality anaesthetics available in China, and all high-quality anaesthetics must be imported from abroad. As for my guinea pig, she has not experienced significant bleeding at this time. I asked if hCG or other hormonal medications could be prescribed, but the doctor stated that such medications are currently unavailable in China and suggested seeking better conservative treatment methods here. If medication is needed, he can prescribe it as long as it is available here, so he did not prescribe any medication. He simply sent her home! I am concerned that, in addition to the ovarian cyst issue, the ultrasound examination also indicated possible kidney damage. However, since I did not want her to endure pain, I did not proceed with blood tests. In China, hCG is administered via injection, and the doctor mentioned that this medication is not ideal. The spray form is not available in China, so do I need to administer it via injection? Should I also attempt to find the spray formulation of hCG?
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Lynx
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A quick note to say that a very few guinea pigs we have encountered may have had a small amount of bleeding that may have been related to their fertility cycle, since it cleared on its own and repeated later.
I do not think every ovarian cyst must be removed. I am also guessing that they may also sometimes have a cyclical nature and/or be too small to cause issues.
This page describes cases in which ovarian cyst removal may help.
https://www.guinealynx.info/ovarian_cysts.html
I do not think every ovarian cyst must be removed. I am also guessing that they may also sometimes have a cyclical nature and/or be too small to cause issues.
This page describes cases in which ovarian cyst removal may help.
https://www.guinealynx.info/ovarian_cysts.html
In addition, I would like to compensate you for your kindness, as I feel guilty for always bothering you. Could you tell me how much it will cost and how to pay? I will cover all the expenses.
I just hope you can help me. I am truly at a loss. Chinese medical standards cannot help me. She has already had two serious episodes. My Chinese doctor said he is not very familiar with guinea pigs and does not have as much clinical experience as doctors abroad. That is all he can do. Because he does not speak English. Do you think those two medications are suitable? Meloxicam.
Meloxicam oral suspension (meloxicam) is suitable for cats, 3 millilitres, containing 0.5 milligrams per millilitre. Can I give her 0.4 millilitres twice a day as pain relief? How long should I use it? Can she tolerate this dosage?
Additionally, regarding antibiotics, I can also purchase this version. Which of the two do you think is more suitable for me? For example, "Compound Sulfamethoxazole Granules (for Children)" typically contains:
- **Sulfamethoxazole (SMZ)**: 0.1 grams
- **Trimethoprim (TMP)**: 20 milligrams
There is also an adult version:
Compound Sulfamethoxazole Tablets, each tablet containing 0.4 grams of sulfamethoxazole and 0.08 grams of trimethoprim, 100 tablets per bottle. Which of these two versions is more suitable for her? What is the dosage? Children use granules, and adults use tablets, so I am unsure about the dosage and timing. Do you think these medications are suitable for her condition? Will they affect her kidneys? I hope you can provide some advice. Thank you. I have already lost a puppy, and I am now on the verge of breaking down. I truly wish to use my life and everything I have to help this poor guinea pig! 🥺
I just hope you can help me. I am truly at a loss. Chinese medical standards cannot help me. She has already had two serious episodes. My Chinese doctor said he is not very familiar with guinea pigs and does not have as much clinical experience as doctors abroad. That is all he can do. Because he does not speak English. Do you think those two medications are suitable? Meloxicam.
Meloxicam oral suspension (meloxicam) is suitable for cats, 3 millilitres, containing 0.5 milligrams per millilitre. Can I give her 0.4 millilitres twice a day as pain relief? How long should I use it? Can she tolerate this dosage?
Additionally, regarding antibiotics, I can also purchase this version. Which of the two do you think is more suitable for me? For example, "Compound Sulfamethoxazole Granules (for Children)" typically contains:
- **Sulfamethoxazole (SMZ)**: 0.1 grams
- **Trimethoprim (TMP)**: 20 milligrams
There is also an adult version:
Compound Sulfamethoxazole Tablets, each tablet containing 0.4 grams of sulfamethoxazole and 0.08 grams of trimethoprim, 100 tablets per bottle. Which of these two versions is more suitable for her? What is the dosage? Children use granules, and adults use tablets, so I am unsure about the dosage and timing. Do you think these medications are suitable for her condition? Will they affect her kidneys? I hope you can provide some advice. Thank you. I have already lost a puppy, and I am now on the verge of breaking down. I truly wish to use my life and everything I have to help this poor guinea pig! 🥺
Talishan
I am very grateful for your help, but it seems that no mites were found on his body or in his ears. The doctor just said that there were bacteria in his ears, and after using the drops, the black discharge inside has improved significantly. No mites or bacteria were found in his faeces, so I think it is safe for now.
What worries me most is that a right ovarian cyst has been found in his reproductive system. Additionally, I suspect that this may have been the reason why he was biting his own fur previously.
I am very grateful for your help, but it seems that no mites were found on his body or in his ears. The doctor just said that there were bacteria in his ears, and after using the drops, the black discharge inside has improved significantly. No mites or bacteria were found in his faeces, so I think it is safe for now.
What worries me most is that a right ovarian cyst has been found in his reproductive system. Additionally, I suspect that this may have been the reason why he was biting his own fur previously.
Her ultrasound results: Empty bladder, irregular walls, and strong echogenic deposits within the cavity; clear renal contours, smooth capsule, and uniform cortical echogenicity; increased echogenicity of perirenal soft tissues; no significant abnormalities noted in the liver, gallbladder, or spleen; trace fluid present in the abdominal cavity.
Fecal routine examination: dark green fecal pellets, normal odour, plant cells 2+, weak bacterial activity, no significant abnormalities in other indicators.
Physiological indicators: no significant abnormalities in body temperature, pulse, respiratory rate, blood pressure, etc.
Diagnosis: Empty bladder, irregular bladder wall, bladder sediment (possibly cellular components or crystals), perirenal inflammatory changes (possibly renal injury, requiring blood tests for confirmation), trace ascites (possibly due to inflammation or hypoalbuminaemia).
Combined with the results of the urine test I performed yesterday, which showed ++ calcium oxalate crystals, + epithelial cells, + microorganisms, and a pH of 8.7. This guinea pig previously had a urinary tract infection (UTI).
Her assessment report recommended: conducting blood tests to assess kidney function. The doctor mentioned that even if he chose to draw blood now, since they are not very familiar with guinea pigs, there is a high likelihood of failing to draw blood after multiple attempts. Therefore, I personally believe there is no need for him to endure this. His kidney function, I believe it is entirely due to the previous UTI diagnosis, where the doctor's lack of expertise delayed treatment. This time, the presence of crystals in the urine microscopy has caused kidney damage. Therefore, my mother firmly refused to allow blood draw and took him home.
Since the doctor lacks clinical experience, he did not know what medication to prescribe and sent us home.
Now it has been confirmed that she has a right ovarian cyst with a small amount of fluid accumulation.
I am very anxious because I believe that if she does not receive timely medication treatment at this moment, her condition may suddenly worsen one day and lead to loss of life. Therefore, I would like to choose these two medications and ask everyone for their opinion on whether they are suitable for her condition, as well as the dosage and duration of use.
I have listed the two medications I have summarised here:
Meloxicam.
Meloxicam oral suspension (for cats) 3ml:1.5mg
I can administer the oral suspension twice daily, with 0.4ml per dose. Can she tolerate this dosage?
Additionally, regarding antibiotics, there are two versions available for purchase.
Which one do you think is more suitable for me?
For example, "Compound Sulfamethoxazole Granules (for Children)" typically contains: - **Sulfamethoxazole (SMZ)**: 0.1g
- **Trimethoprim (TMP)**: 20 milligrams
There is also an adult version:
Compound Sulfamethoxazole Tablets, each tablet containing 0.4 grams of sulfamethoxazole and 0.08 grams of trimethoprim, with 100 tablets per bottle.
Which of these two versions is more suitable for her? What is the dosage? Children use granules, and adults use tablets, so I am unsure about the dosage and timing of administration.
Do you think these medications are suitable for her condition? Will giving her a high dose of painkillers and antibiotics have any side effects? Will it cause further damage to her kidneys? I hope you can provide some advice. Thank you. I have already lost a puppy, and now I am about to break down. I really want to use my life and everything I have to help this poor guinea pig! 🥺
Fecal routine examination: dark green fecal pellets, normal odour, plant cells 2+, weak bacterial activity, no significant abnormalities in other indicators.
Physiological indicators: no significant abnormalities in body temperature, pulse, respiratory rate, blood pressure, etc.
Diagnosis: Empty bladder, irregular bladder wall, bladder sediment (possibly cellular components or crystals), perirenal inflammatory changes (possibly renal injury, requiring blood tests for confirmation), trace ascites (possibly due to inflammation or hypoalbuminaemia).
Combined with the results of the urine test I performed yesterday, which showed ++ calcium oxalate crystals, + epithelial cells, + microorganisms, and a pH of 8.7. This guinea pig previously had a urinary tract infection (UTI).
Her assessment report recommended: conducting blood tests to assess kidney function. The doctor mentioned that even if he chose to draw blood now, since they are not very familiar with guinea pigs, there is a high likelihood of failing to draw blood after multiple attempts. Therefore, I personally believe there is no need for him to endure this. His kidney function, I believe it is entirely due to the previous UTI diagnosis, where the doctor's lack of expertise delayed treatment. This time, the presence of crystals in the urine microscopy has caused kidney damage. Therefore, my mother firmly refused to allow blood draw and took him home.
Since the doctor lacks clinical experience, he did not know what medication to prescribe and sent us home.
Now it has been confirmed that she has a right ovarian cyst with a small amount of fluid accumulation.
I am very anxious because I believe that if she does not receive timely medication treatment at this moment, her condition may suddenly worsen one day and lead to loss of life. Therefore, I would like to choose these two medications and ask everyone for their opinion on whether they are suitable for her condition, as well as the dosage and duration of use.
I have listed the two medications I have summarised here:
Meloxicam.
Meloxicam oral suspension (for cats) 3ml:1.5mg
I can administer the oral suspension twice daily, with 0.4ml per dose. Can she tolerate this dosage?
Additionally, regarding antibiotics, there are two versions available for purchase.
Which one do you think is more suitable for me?
For example, "Compound Sulfamethoxazole Granules (for Children)" typically contains: - **Sulfamethoxazole (SMZ)**: 0.1g
- **Trimethoprim (TMP)**: 20 milligrams
There is also an adult version:
Compound Sulfamethoxazole Tablets, each tablet containing 0.4 grams of sulfamethoxazole and 0.08 grams of trimethoprim, with 100 tablets per bottle.
Which of these two versions is more suitable for her? What is the dosage? Children use granules, and adults use tablets, so I am unsure about the dosage and timing of administration.
Do you think these medications are suitable for her condition? Will giving her a high dose of painkillers and antibiotics have any side effects? Will it cause further damage to her kidneys? I hope you can provide some advice. Thank you. I have already lost a puppy, and now I am about to break down. I really want to use my life and everything I have to help this poor guinea pig! 🥺
Hello, can you help me? Doesn't his kidney condition worsen when he takes antibiotics?
Catie Cavy
Thank you very much. I am a little concerned because the oestrus behaviour I saw online is somewhat different from hers. In addition, the doctor said that there were signs of inflammation around her kidneys, but it was not completely certain. Specific blood tests are needed to determine the severity and whether medication is required for treatment. We did not do the blood test because we were afraid it would cause her pain. I just want to say that, based on the urine test results, the confirmed right ovarian cyst, the inflammation around the kidneys, and the video footage, the first video was on 22 July and the second on 2 August. Considering all of this, what do you think is causing her condition?
Thank you very much. I am a little concerned because the oestrus behaviour I saw online is somewhat different from hers. In addition, the doctor said that there were signs of inflammation around her kidneys, but it was not completely certain. Specific blood tests are needed to determine the severity and whether medication is required for treatment. We did not do the blood test because we were afraid it would cause her pain. I just want to say that, based on the urine test results, the confirmed right ovarian cyst, the inflammation around the kidneys, and the video footage, the first video was on 22 July and the second on 2 August. Considering all of this, what do you think is causing her condition?
Thank you very much. I am a little concerned because the oestrus behaviour I saw online is somewhat different from hers. In addition, the doctor said that there were signs of inflammation around her kidneys, but it was not completely certain. Specific blood tests are needed to determine the severity and whether medication is required for treatment. We did not do the blood test because we were afraid it would cause her pain. I just want to say that, based on the urine test results, the confirmed right ovarian cyst, the inflammation around the kidneys, and the video footage, the first video was on 22 July and the second on 2 August. Considering all of this, what do you think is causing her condition?
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