Lizard Enteritis

Intussusception may occur as a secondary to enteritis (Copyright © RVC and its licensors, Sean Bobbit, Sue Evans, Andrew Devare and Claire Moore. All rights reserved)

Enteric infections that result in clinical problems are, in general, uncommon. They are usually related to poor husbandry.

Clinical signs include vomiting (grave prognosis) and diarrhoea.

Diagnosis - history, physical examination, faecal cultures, radiology, haematology and biochemistry.

Treatment:

• Symptomatic therapy (e.g. kaolin)
• Increased dietary fibre (bran, hay, alfalfa pellets)
• Oral inoculation of parasite-free faeces from a healthy iguana
• Antibiotics
• Supportive care