Prolapsed Penis - Vet Recommendations

[Edam]

Hey Everyone,

Been a while since I've been on here - last I was was talking about a terrible time with neutering my little Freddy who got a very large abscess post op (thread is here). He made a recovery from his abscess and has now got a lovely lady friend (Flora!) who he is smitten with - I had never seen Freddy be happy with another GP - they are so cute together!

Anyway, there is one complication, I think he has a prolapsed penis. His penis basically hangs out all the time. Its not swollen and no signs of infection/injury and I keep it clean and try and push back in but it doesn't stay in. Its been like this for about 2 months now. I took him to the vet and they said that it was the first time they had ever seen this, and provided loxi to see if any inflammation goes down and helps it go back in. Honestly since the whole fiasco with the abscess I have little faith in my vet and I think I want to get him seen by another experienced vet to make sure the prolapse is treated correctly.

Would anyone know of a good vet that has dealt with a prolapsed penis before? I am based in London, but am willing to travel further out within reason (I drive).
Also, has anyone had a prolapse last for this long before and can give any practical tips etc.

Thanks so much

 

[Claire W]

Hi, I am very sorry that little Freddy’s penis is hanging out. The problem you have is drying out

I’m afraid I can’t help with a vet in your area, have you had a look at our recommended vet’s list? But when my late Edwards penis was hanging out and I took him to the vets, it turned out he had debris around his penis and in his foreskin. The vet nurse cleaned him up and his penis retracted back in to his foreskin with a little manipulation and lubricant by gentle hands. It may be something worth considering? x

 

[Gem789]

Hey Everyone,

Been a while since I've been on here - last I was was talking about a terrible time with neutering my little Freddy who got a very large abscess post op (thread is here). He made a recovery from his abscess and has now got a lovely lady friend (Flora!) who he is smitten with - I had never seen Freddy be happy with another GP - they are so cute together!

Anyway, there is one complication, I think he has a prolapsed penis. His penis basically hangs out all the time. Its not swollen and no signs of infection/injury and I keep it clean and try and push back in but it doesn't stay in. Its been like this for about 2 months now. I took him to the vet and they said that it was the first time they had ever seen this, and provided loxi to see if any inflammation goes down and helps it go back in. Honestly since the whole fiasco with the abscess I have little faith in my vet and I think I want to get him seen by another experienced vet to make sure the prolapse is treated correctly.

Would anyone know of a good vet that has dealt with a prolapsed penis before? I am based in London, but am willing to travel further out within reason (I drive).
Also, has anyone had a prolapse last for this long before and can give any practical tips etc.

Thanks so much

Would the cat and rabbit clinic be within reach to you in Duston? I assume it would be around an hour's drive each way depending on where you are in London.

 

[Truffolo]

Hey Everyone,

Been a while since I've been on here - last I was was talking about a terrible time with neutering my little Freddy who got a very large abscess post op (thread is here). He made a recovery from his abscess and has now got a lovely lady friend (Flora!) who he is smitten with - I had never seen Freddy be happy with another GP - they are so cute together!

Anyway, there is one complication, I think he has a prolapsed penis. His penis basically hangs out all the time. Its not swollen and no signs of infection/injury and I keep it clean and try and push back in but it doesn't stay in. Its been like this for about 2 months now. I took him to the vet and they said that it was the first time they had ever seen this, and provided loxi to see if any inflammation goes down and helps it go back in. Honestly since the whole fiasco with the abscess I have little faith in my vet and I think I want to get him seen by another experienced vet to make sure the prolapse is treated correctly.

Would anyone know of a good vet that has dealt with a prolapsed penis before? I am based in London, but am willing to travel further out within reason (I drive).
Also, has anyone had a prolapse last for this long before and can give any practical tips etc.

Thanks so much

The Beaumont Sainsbury's Animal Hospital has a great exotics team. They are based round the side of the main hospital. Polo has been there twice. They are a teaching hospital and have great vets. Their prices are reasonable too

 

[Claire W]

I forgot to mention, as the penis is very delicate and can easily be damaged, please do not attempt to retract it yourself especially if you do not know what the problem is x

 

[Edam]

The Beaumont Sainsbury's Animal Hospital has a great exotics team. They are based round the side of the main hospital. Polo has been there twice. They are a teaching hospital and have great vets. Their prices are reasonable too

I gave them a call this afternoon and they said that the initial consultation would be £210, is this normal prices for this type of vet visit? My local vet has been around £30 for consultation so it is a v big jump (I appreciate it is an exotic vet but a jump that big seems huge?!) thanks so much!

 

[Truffolo]

I gave them a call this afternoon and they said that the initial consultation would be £210, is this normal prices for this type of vet visit? My local vet has been around £30 for consultation so it is a v big jump (I appreciate it is an exotic vet but a jump that big seems huge?!) thanks so much!

I paid £80 for each visit including medication. I am surprised by the quote. I'm not sure why it is so much higher than what I paid.

 

[Qualcast&Flymo]

Maybe it is more because they don't expect it to be just a consultation (ie check over the animal and prescribe meds ) - like with dentistry they will probably want to take him to a treatment room and try to sort the problem out as it isn't something drugs would resolve

 

[koolkathan]

I gave them a call this afternoon and they said that the initial consultation would be £210, is this normal prices for this type of vet visit? My local vet has been around £30 for consultation so it is a v big jump (I appreciate it is an exotic vet but a jump that big seems huge?!) thanks so much!

If you are worried about the amount, you could always ask them to explain the cost with a itemised report

 

[CTWC]

Yes just ask politely what it covers, you always feel bad questioning them but you need to know.

 

[furryfriends (TEAS)]

Would the cat and rabbit clinic be within reach to you in Duston? I assume it would be around an hour's drive each way depending on where you are in London.

I’d definitely recommend an appointment at the Cat and Rabbit Care Clinic in Northampton. Very experienced with guinea pigs and consult fee is £62.

 

[Qualcast&Flymo]

Hey Everyone,

Been a while since I've been on here - last I was was talking about a terrible time with neutering my little Freddy who got a very large abscess post op (thread is here). He made a recovery from his abscess and has now got a lovely lady friend (Flora!) who he is smitten with - I had never seen Freddy be happy with another GP - they are so cute together!

Anyway, there is one complication, I think he has a prolapsed penis. His penis basically hangs out all the time. Its not swollen and no signs of infection/injury and I keep it clean and try and push back in but it doesn't stay in. Its been like this for about 2 months now. I took him to the vet and they said that it was the first time they had ever seen this, and provided loxi to see if any inflammation goes down and helps it go back in. Honestly since the whole fiasco with the abscess I have little faith in my vet and I think I want to get him seen by another experienced vet to make sure the prolapse is treated correctly.

Would anyone know of a good vet that has dealt with a prolapsed penis before? I am based in London, but am willing to travel further out within reason (I drive).
Also, has anyone had a prolapse last for this long before and can give any practical tips etc.

Thanks so much

Boar Problems 'Down Below' (Penis, Impaction, Testicles & Neutering, Mammary Tumours & Grease Gland)

Have you had a read of the relevant bits of the Boar Problems guide (linked above)? Perhaps that may help a bit.

Hope you can get your boy seen by a knowledgeable vet soon.

 

[Merab]

Drove Veterinary Hospital in Swindon is good.

Hope you can find somewhere to help your boy.