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Oct 24 2017
11:47:59 AM
Hello,

I went to the vet yesterday because my glider had a swollen paw. No noticable pain, but the glider is more passive than useally.

The vet gave me antibiotics, probiotics and some anti septic.

Today I noticed that the paw more swollen, and underneath full of puss. I attempted to have a closer look and then a lot of the puss came popping out. Since it already bursted I managed to gently squeeze out most if not all of it. I put on some anti septic after.

Do you think I should go back to the vet, or wait a few more days to see if it works out? I was told to give antibiotics for one week, and come back if it didnt go away.
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Oct 24 2017
08:55:31 PM
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I would probably call the vet and explain what's been going on. Then the vet can make that determination about bringing your glider back in or not. Personally, if it were me, I would probably return since his paw looks more swollen and is full of puss. It could be one of those situations where it gets worse before it gets better. But I'm a firm believer of 'better safe than sorry'.
Wishing you all the best!
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