2.5 y/o GP bleeding

[nicktake5]

One of our GPs (Baliey) has been bleeding on and off for over a year (very light, just the occasional smear). In recent days the bleeding has been heavier and more constant. Our vet has diagnosed ovarian cysts and has said the best option is for her to be spayed. The only thing is that she seems very well in herself is eating and pooing well.

In this video you can see her jumping and running round the cage (she is the smaller of the 2).
https://youtu.be/pAhM07XXQbo?si=npLthEzY6krz5asz

Does this seem like the right diagnosis? It seems mean to put her thru an op when she appears to be well....and it will cost £450!

 

[Piggies&buns]

Welcome to the forum

Ovarian cysts are very common.
If your vet is experienced in ovarian cysts, carried out checks and diagnosed cysts then there is no reason to doubt it and if they recommend spaying then that is going to be the best option. It’s entirely normal for piggies with ovarian cysts to not show any signs of being unwell in any way, but the cysts can still require treatment, particularly if she is bleeding consistently.

I’ve added our guide below which explains more

I hope she is ok

Sows: Behaviour and Female Health Problems (including mounting and ovarian cysts)

 

[nicktake5]

Welcome to the forum

Ovarian cysts are very common.
If your vet is experienced in ovarian cysts, carried out checks and diagnosed cysts then there is no reason to doubt it and if they recommend spaying then that is going to be the best option. It’s entirely normal for piggies with ovarian cysts to not show any signs of being unwell in any way, but the cysts can still require treatment, particularly if she is bleeding consistently.

I’ve added our guide below which explains more

I hope she is ok

Sows: Behaviour and Female Health Problems (including mounting and ovarian cysts)

Great - thanks very much for your quick reply.
Nick

 

[Freela]

Assuming your vet is experienced with guinea pigs, he likely has seen guinea pig ovarian cysts, as they are pretty common issues. Obviousy there are always risks with anesthesia, but the risk will be better now BECAUSE she is still eating and behaving normally. You really don't want to wait for her to get sicker/weaker before tacking an operation, and there's no benefit to waiting longer when she's been bleeding intermittently for awhile and you're seeing it worsen now. All the best and hope she makes a full recovery!