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11-18-2009, 08:23 PM
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mouth/neck swelling
I have a 6 foot RTB. I just noticed that his neck was swollen right under his mouth. He looks like a Pelican. Under closer inspection, his gums seem swollen and he isn't closing his mouth all the way. I haven't been able to check out the inside yet (i don't want to hurt him). Can mouth rot cause the neck to swell or would it most likely be a cyst or something? I have not noticed excessive salvation or drooling and his mouth isn't crusty, just swollen. I will take pictures when I get home. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
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11-18-2009, 08:28 PM
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Re: mouth/neck swelling
It is most likely either an RI or mouth rot... She needs a vet!
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11-18-2009, 08:30 PM
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Re: mouth/neck swelling
id bet its an infection, that she needs to see the vet for asap.
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11-19-2009, 01:48 AM
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Re: mouth/neck swelling
general consensus says vet trip is in order!
my vote is resp. infec...
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