zazubird
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Okay, so in the past few months, I have been going through a lot with my Senegal. First, I want to say that he is my baby, I'm constantly with him, I feed him fresh veggies and fruits as well as pellets and seed (Still converting him to full pellet) everyday.
So about 3 months ago, I noticed a bald spot developing on the back of his neck. It appeared as if the skin were really flaky and he would scratch everyday. I took him to the vet and they prescribed him Tresaderm. Little did I know, this had a steroid in it which should NEVER be used on parrots! After about 7 days of applying a drop to the affected area, he became very lethargic. I immediately began to research this only to find out that Tresaderm should not be used on birds of any kinds. The next day he was much more lethargic so I made an emergency appt with the vet. He immediately said that the steroid caused this. After finding excessive bacteria in his feces, the doctor now prescribed him doxycycline for ten days. I had to administer his medication twice daily, as well as hand feeding formula, and water all through a syringe. I had to do this because he lost all his strength and was no longer to able to stand on his food and water dish. After day 3, he started responding significantly to treatment. Within the ten days, he was back to his normal self.
Since than, everything has been pretty normal, he is going through a molt right now and has restored a lot of those lost feathers. HOWEVER, ever since he was on the tresaderm, I have noticed that he has consistently watery droppings. His feces and urates appear to be very healthy, however his urine is excessive. In fact, today, I immediately notice that during one bowl movement, nothing came out but urine. The color remains clear but there is just excessive amounts. It worries me that he might have kidney problems. I have made an appt for this Monday to get blood work done to check all his electrolytes, etc...
If any of you have any knowledge or experience regarding this, it would be much appreciated. I am desperate and don't know where else to turn. Please help my feathered friend.
Thanks everyone!
Jared
So about 3 months ago, I noticed a bald spot developing on the back of his neck. It appeared as if the skin were really flaky and he would scratch everyday. I took him to the vet and they prescribed him Tresaderm. Little did I know, this had a steroid in it which should NEVER be used on parrots! After about 7 days of applying a drop to the affected area, he became very lethargic. I immediately began to research this only to find out that Tresaderm should not be used on birds of any kinds. The next day he was much more lethargic so I made an emergency appt with the vet. He immediately said that the steroid caused this. After finding excessive bacteria in his feces, the doctor now prescribed him doxycycline for ten days. I had to administer his medication twice daily, as well as hand feeding formula, and water all through a syringe. I had to do this because he lost all his strength and was no longer to able to stand on his food and water dish. After day 3, he started responding significantly to treatment. Within the ten days, he was back to his normal self.
Since than, everything has been pretty normal, he is going through a molt right now and has restored a lot of those lost feathers. HOWEVER, ever since he was on the tresaderm, I have noticed that he has consistently watery droppings. His feces and urates appear to be very healthy, however his urine is excessive. In fact, today, I immediately notice that during one bowl movement, nothing came out but urine. The color remains clear but there is just excessive amounts. It worries me that he might have kidney problems. I have made an appt for this Monday to get blood work done to check all his electrolytes, etc...
If any of you have any knowledge or experience regarding this, it would be much appreciated. I am desperate and don't know where else to turn. Please help my feathered friend.
Thanks everyone!
Jared
