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Slightly Red And Inflamed Foot

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Sian25

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One of my beloved boys Hugo has a slightly red and inflamed foot, when touching it he doesn't flinch so I don't think it's sore but after seeing photos of bumblefoot I am terrified that it could be the start of that! I've attached a photo to see if anyone knows what it could be? I noticed it last night and have been applying foot cream by gorgeous guineas since. Does anyone know if I can put sudacrem or something on it? Thanks.

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It doesn't look like Bumblefoot to me, is just a slight red tinge. I wouldn't worry for now, only if it seems to get worse. What is he bedded on?
 
It is definitely not bumblefoot, but I would recommend to see a vet over it. it could be a slight infection, which should be easily to get on top of.
 
I can see the photo better on my phone. Agree it needs checking.
 
He's bedded on fleece in a 2 x 4 c&c cage. The fleece is changed every 4 days. If it is an infection will he be given antibiotics? Because the dreaded things cause him to stop eating and he has to be syringe fed! Before I can get him to the vet can I put sudacrem on it? Thanks for advice.
 
sudocreme is fine. I was advised by my guinea savvy vet that its ok to sue on feet and ears, worked a treat for one of my girls.
Was also advised by vet to give them a deep bedding in hutch too
 
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