Bunny has scarring – Warning: not so nice picture

[Humankind]

the swollen area is bare with no hair and scarring cant attach photo because of file size i do not know how to make it any smaller. he acts fine and eats fine and drinks water fine I’m really worried about him.

[Bam]

I’ve sent you a PM.

[Bam]

(Posting this for Humankind)

[Bam]

Where on the bun’s body is this wound located? Is it under a foot?

It looks inflamed and in need of vet care, because it is so swollen. A vet would probably prescribe oral antibiotics as well as do proper debriding and wound care. 

[Humankind]

it’s above his foot i guess on his back left hind leg like his thigh or something

[Bam]

I’d rinse it with saline (eye wash for humans), gently pat dry, exchange all bedding in his cage and contact a vet. It doesn’t look good, but it’s a bit difficult to understand how big it is.

[Humankind]

I would say it’s golf ball size not as round but the diameter of a golf ball

[Azerane]

That’s very unusual and doesn’t look good at all. Bam has given great advice regarding first aid and care until you can get to a vet

[Bam]

If it’s as big as a golf ball, he does need to be seen by a vet.

[BinkyBunny]

Does it have a smell to it? Abscesses can sometimes have a pungent scent. Not sure what it is, of course, Abscesses may not make the bunny act differently, hence why no real change in behavior. (though I wonder if the red spots are from your bunny licking it or biting it? )   IF it is infection, the inside stuff can attach to muscle and bone as abscesses grow larger making it more difficult for a vet to clean out.   So best to try to get this resolved sooner than later.  They don’t usually go away on their own. Vet care with antibiotics will be in order.   But again — I have no idea if that really is what is happening.  Just one scenario.  

I know this is worrisome to you and I am sorry you and your bunny are going through this. Do you have a rabbit-savvy vet you already trust? If not, I can give you a link to some near you. I can message you directly with the list to keep your location private as well. (Since I am one of the admins, I am aware of your location and can provide with vet information in your area). 

[LBJ10]

Hmm, the fact that it protrudes makes me think something is in there. He probably developed an abscess. Is the scab that’s there from the original wound?

[Humankind]

Yes a list of vets in my area would be great thank you very much also it does not have a smell to it

[BinkyBunny]

Humankind – I just received your PM as well and I messaged you back with the references. Keep us updated. 

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