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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 periodontal disease or due to [[Lizard Traumatic Wounds|trauma]]. The main cause is a bacterial infection.

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.

*'''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 [[Lizard Diet|diet]].

*'''Prevention''' - Appropriate [[Reptile Diet Composition|diet]].

[[Category:Lizard_Gastrointestinal_Diseases|O]]

[[Category:Lizard_Gastrointestinal_Diseases|O]]