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Lizard Physical Examination (view source)
Revision as of 16:35, 20 March 2010
, 16:35, 20 March 2010→Cloaca / tail base
==Cloaca / tail base==
==Cloaca / tail base==
* Check that the cloaca is free from faecal staining, discharge, oedema, erythema, masses or infection. The cloaca can be examined in larger species with a lubricated, gloved finger.
* Check that the [[Cloaca|cloaca]] is free from faecal staining, discharge, oedema, erythema, masses or infection. The [[Cloaca|cloaca]] can be examined in larger species with a lubricated, gloved finger.
* Enlarged kidneys may be palpated by this method. Endoscopic examination should be considered.
* Enlarged kidneys may be palpated by this method. Endoscopic examination should be considered.
* Examine the tail for swellings, masses, tail tip necrosis and evidence of [[Lizard Musculoskeletal System|tail loss and regeneration]].
* Examine the tail for swellings, masses, tail tip necrosis and evidence of [[Autotomy|tail loss and regeneration]].
==Sexing==
==Sexing==