Lizard Hemipenal Abscesses

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Hemipenal abscesses in male iguanas are not uncommon. They occur when secretions accumulate in the hemipenes and secondary bacterial infection occurs.

File:Hemipenal abscess
Hemipenal abscess (Copyright © RVC and its licensors, Sean Bobbit, Sue Evans, Andrew Devare and Claire Moore. All rights reserved)

Diagnosis

  • History
  • Physical examination

Treatment

  • Physical removal
  • Antibiotics and anti-inflammatories