Can a gerbil lose hair from the top of its nose?
It is very important to catch the onset of nasal dermatitis at an early stage as it can spread to include the mouth, front legs and chest if not arrested with the appropriate treatment. The first signs are that the gerbil will lose hair from the top of its nose and the bald patch will look sore.
What to do if a gerbil has a nose and mouth infection?
Gerbils do not tolerate oral antibiotics very well, so the cream to rub on is the best way to cope with an external infection. It is very important to catch the onset of nasal dermatitis at an early stage as it can spread to include the mouth, front legs and chest if not arrested with the appropriate treatment.
What kind of injury can cause nasal trauma?
Nasal trauma is an injury to your nose or the areas that surround and support your nose. Internal or external injuries can cause nasal trauma. The position of your nose makes your nasal bones, cartilage, and soft tissue particularly vulnerable to external injuries.
What causes your nostril to collapse after surgery?
Your nasal valve could collapse for several reasons: 1 An injury to your nose 2 Swelling or scar tissue from nose surgery of any kind 3 A nose that projects too far or nostrils that are too narrow 4 Using drugs you inhale through your nose, like cocaine, for a long time
Why does my gerbil have a red nose?
Red nose in gerbils is a condition called nasal dermatitis. It caused by the gerbil’s Harderian gland overproducing porphyrin (a red fluid that looks like blood). This leads to irritation, inflammation, and sores around the nasal area. It is usually triggered by an allergy, bacterial infection, stress, or an underlying illness.
It is very important to catch the onset of nasal dermatitis at an early stage as it can spread to include the mouth, front legs and chest if not arrested with the appropriate treatment. The first signs are that the gerbil will lose hair from the top of its nose and the bald patch will look sore.
How often does a gerbil get nasal dermatitis?
In the wild, they never stop burrowing in the dry soil and sand found in their natural habitats. As such health issues like nasal dermatitis does not naturally happen that often. The condition can be very painful, especially when the nose gets really sore, red and infected.
What should I do if my gerbil’s nose is sore?
Keep the cage clean and sterilized, and humidity below 50%. A veterinarian may prescribe antibiotics and soothing ointment to help heal your gerbil’s sore nose. Why Is My Gerbil’s Nose Sore?
