Anal Sacculitis

Signalment

See Anal Sac Disease - General

Description

Infection of the anal sac leading to an abscess or cellulitis.

Diagnosis

History and Clinical Signs

• See Anal Sac Disease - General
• The sacs are painful
• Fever if the sacculitis is severe
• Contents of the anal sac may appear bloody, purulent and may be increased in volume
• If it ruptures, the tracts will be at the 4 or 8 o'clock positions
• It may be difficult to express the anal sac

Treatment

Due to the pain, sedation or general anaesthetic may be needed to allow expression.

References

Hall, E.J, Simpson, J.W. and Williams, D.A. (2005) BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Gastroenterology (2nd Edition) BSAVA

Merck & Co (2008) The Merck Veterinary Manual