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[[Image:Oral_granuloma.jpg|300px|thumb|right|'''A large swelling can be seen on the lower jaw accompanied by several abscesses along the upper gingiva''' (Copyright © RVC)]]
 
[[Image:Oral_granuloma.jpg|300px|thumb|right|'''A large swelling can be seen on the lower jaw accompanied by several abscesses along the upper gingiva''' (Copyright © RVC)]]
  
Oral abscesses are not uncommon in captive lizards. They may occur as an extension of [[Lizard Periodontal Disease|periodontal disease]] or due to [[Lizard Traumatic Wounds|trauma]]. The main cause is a bacterial infection.
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Oral abscesses are not uncommon in captive lizards. They may occur as an extension of periodontal disease or due to [[Lizard Traumatic Wounds|trauma]]. The main cause is a bacterial infection.
  
 
*'''Clinical signs''' include swelling and anorexia.
 
*'''Clinical signs''' include swelling and anorexia.
 
*'''Diagnosis''' - history, [[Lizard Physical Examination|physical examination]], culture and radiology.
 
*'''Diagnosis''' - history, [[Lizard Physical Examination|physical examination]], culture and radiology.
 
*'''Treatment''' - surgical debridement and antibiotics as indicated by culture.
 
*'''Treatment''' - surgical debridement and antibiotics as indicated by culture.
*'''Prevention''' - Appropriate [[Reptile Diet Composition|diet]].
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*'''Prevention''' - Appropriate [[Lizard Diet|diet]].
 
[[Category:Lizard_Gastrointestinal_Diseases|O]]
 
[[Category:Lizard_Gastrointestinal_Diseases|O]]

Revision as of 20:50, 6 May 2010


A large swelling can be seen on the lower jaw accompanied by several abscesses along the upper gingiva (Copyright © RVC)

Oral abscesses are not uncommon in captive lizards. They may occur as an extension of periodontal disease or due to trauma. The main cause is a bacterial infection.

  • Clinical signs include swelling and anorexia.
  • Diagnosis - history, physical examination, culture and radiology.
  • Treatment - surgical debridement and antibiotics as indicated by culture.
  • Prevention - Appropriate diet.