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Beardie ER
Gout likely, advice needed
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[QUOTE="Drache613, post: 1990599, member: 8309"] Hello, I hate to see such a youngster developing gout like this. Geez, she isn't even full grown yet! The previous care definitely was not good. Also genetics do play a role in health problems, too. Definitely avoid dubias because they are naturally high in uric acid. For protein, you can use crickets, silkworms, or even calcium worms. I realize that she isn't full grown, but keeping her insect protein at a minimum right now is crucial. I am hoping she has just developed pseudo gout, which is essentially secondary gout caused by poor or non existent UVB, lack of calcium & malabsorption issues. It can cause renal issues. Also, gout conditions can be caused by improper temperatures, too. Since the swelling has come on rather quickly, her system is likely having some trouble. I would at this time recommend a blood test, if the vet is comfortable & trained to do one. It would be helpful to know the uric acid levels, as a baseline. Most of the time, gout develops more slowly so I am inclined to think it is more along the lines of secondary gout because of poor care. I just hope her kidneys aren't damaged too badly. A lot of vets are quick to put them down but I feel many times they give up too fast or soon. Reptiles can recover with work, but it does take time. She is young so I would give her a chance & try to get her going in the right direction. Her joints probably hurt if there is tophi (built up uric acid crystallization) in or around the joints which make it harder for her to get around. Depending on the composition of the uric acid, gout crystals may or may not be visible on x-rays. They can be made up of either monosodium urate or calcium pyrophosphate but it is usually easier to see the calcium content than the sodium. That's why a blood test would be helpful. The x-rays look fine as far as the bone alignment. The internal areas look a bit odd, but that could just be the resonance or contrast of lighting. The black/tart cherry extract is helpful so do give that daily. You can give it straight or diluted for her. You can consider some liquid serrapeptase which is silkworm enzyme, to help with pain & inflammation. It is safe for long term use & also good for overall health, too. Hopefully the vet will prescribe allopurinol for her to help break up the uric acid. Let us know how she is doing. Tracie [/QUOTE]
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