Re: Possible Pnemonia from new syringe
Originally Posted by
Stargategazer
*******UPDATE*******
So- don't know what his deal was with eating earlier. He ate just now and was eager, with no issues. Seems a bit more active, but appears to be a bit bloated??? His belly seems awfully pink through the fur too.
Also- I did some research and saw others with pnemonia. His isn't the same click in comparison. It's almost a slight whistle? It's very faint and I can only hear it if I hold him up to my ear.
He just seems off. Just sleepy, and not up to playing like he normally is. ��
Forgot to also mention I DID just add a scented bedding?!?!? Once I noticed the few sneezes, I took it out. He has a fleece blanket to curl up in, but I wanted something absobent for when he pees. Any suggestions there??
The bloated belly could also be from the larger syringe from sucking in too much air.
The "slight whistle" is still a concern especially having aspirated a few times. We often tell members to hold their squee up to their ear to listen for any signs of aspiration.
Never mind that it isn't the "usual" click that is often described, when you do this is the sound you are hearing with both inhale and exhale?
If he does have or develops pneumonia you will need to get him on antibiotics, once ap takes hold it takes them down fast! I would suggest you start looking now for whatever ab's you can find. Ideally you would want Cipro which is an ab many woman use and often will have on hand. You would only need a pill or two and we can tell you how it's broken down and dosed for squirrels. Check your own medicine cabinet, ask family and friends. Let us know what you find and we can tell you if it can be used for ap.
Step-N-Stone
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Wildlife Master Rehabilitator