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Urgent please

I need help I don’t know what this is am I’m very worried should I take her to the vet
 
Yes you should definitely take her to the vet, fur loss can be caused by many things- mites, fungal infections, hormonal issues, even a piggy biting an area that is painful- only a vet can say for sure and give you the appropriate treatment x
 
Yes, bring your little one to a vet. Perhaps you can tell me how old she is as I have read on some articles that large amount of hair loss could mean that your little piggy will soon go up to piggy heaven . Hope she gets better :)
 
Yellowxsun said:
Yes, bring your little one to a vet. Perhaps you can tell me how old she is as I have read on some articles that large amount of hair loss could mean that your little piggy will soon go up to piggy heaven . Hope she gets better :)
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@Yellowxsun would you be able to provide a link to some of these articles please.
I think if you are going to make alarming comments inferring that research has linked hair loss with death, then it would be helpful to actually include your source of information.

Personally whilst I totally agree that your piggy needs to see a vet, please try not to panic.
Guinea pigs can get many types of skin condition, and most of them are readily treatable with a clear diagnosis by a vet and the appropriate medication.
 
Yellowxsun said:
Yes, bring your little one to a vet. Perhaps you can tell me how old she is as I have read on some articles that large amount of hair loss could mean that your little piggy will soon go up to piggy heaven . Hope she gets better :)
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She is around 2 years I think
 
Yellowxsun said:
Yes, bring your little one to a vet. Perhaps you can tell me how old she is as I have read on some articles that large amount of hair loss could mean that your little piggy will soon go up to piggy heaven . Hope she gets better :)
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@Yellowxsun that’s a bit of an alarming statement, I’m sure you don’t mean to cause alarm, but please think of the impact on the recipient of saying something like this. And I agree with @Swissgreys if you have evidence please share it with us.


MistyWillow said:
Immediately take her to a vet that can be very serious
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@MistyWillow while I agree the piggy needs to see a a vet, to say it can be very serious and needs to be taken immediately can also cause alarm, so please can I ask you, too, to consider the impact of your comments on the recipient.

@Sdorgan53 I agree your piggy needs to see a vet and I hope that you get a firm diagnosis and treatment at the vets. We can offer help, support and guidance but unfortunately we can’t diagnose conditions from a photo alone.
 
Definitely worth a trip to the vet, as hair loss can have many causes- mites, fungus, and hormone issues in females, to name just a few. Definitely not a cause to panic, but it may well be itchy and you'll want to get to the bottom of it. Do you see her scratching or chewing at it at all?
 
Freela said:
Definitely worth a trip to the vet, as hair loss can have many causes- mites, fungus, and hormone issues in females, to name just a few. Definitely not a cause to panic, but it may well be itchy and you'll want to get to the bottom of it. Do you see her scratching or chewing at it at all?
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Yes we went to the vet today and they think she has had an allergic reaction to somthing I’ve have been given meds and hopefully she will be good soon
 
Freela said:
Definitely worth a trip to the vet, as hair loss can have many causes- mites, fungus, and hormone issues in females, to name just a few. Definitely not a cause to panic, but it may well be itchy and you'll want to get to the bottom of it. Do you see her scratching or chewing at it at all?
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Thankyou they think she has had an allergic reaction we have meds :)
 
Swissgreys said:
@Yellowxsun would you be able to provide a link to some of these articles please.
I think if you are going to make alarming comments inferring that research has linked hair loss with death, then it would be helpful to actually include your source of information.

Personally whilst I totally agree that your piggy needs to see a vet, please try not to panic.
Guinea pigs can get many types of skin condition, and most of them are readily treatable with a clear diagnosis by a vet and the appropriate medication.
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Thankyou and yes I think she will be okay she’s eating and drinking well jsut an itchy belly I’ll keep u updated 💖
 
Betsy said:
What did the vet prescribe?
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The vet gave me this Disinfectant stuff that I mix with water and gently take off the scabs that were on her stomach and as you can see her baby fluff is growing back so hopefully she is on her way to being a healthy happy Guinea Pig . I’ll keep u all posted at to her progress 💖355A78E2-B772-45F7-869A-942F2BFF7A72.webp01DADC38-4D78-4CB5-AF95-5D8F61CF55D3.webp
 
Sdorgan53 said:
She is around 2 years I think
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Sorry for the alarming statement and I hope I haven't caused any panic. I'm sorry if I've upsetted you and if you want me to remove the statement then I will. Please ignore my statement and again, I'm sorry for being so inconsiderate of your feelings. Keep us updated on how your little one's doing :)
 
Yellowxsun said:
Sorry for the alarming statement and I hope I haven't caused any panic. I'm sorry if I've upsetted you and if you want me to remove the statement then I will. Please ignore my statement and again, I'm sorry for being so inconsiderate of your feelings. Keep us updated on how your little one's doing :)
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It’s okay 💖
 
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