I anesthetized the dog, prepped the area, and inserted some hemostats and...NOTHING!
After a thorough exploration of the scrotal sac I found two normal sized slightly bruised testicles, a LOT of cellulitis, a small seroma, and a wimpy walled-off pocket of pus that I had to exert a lot of pressure on to get drained. What a disappointment; no thrilling gush, just boring. I'm sure the dog feels better, though, with his good drugs and all. Me, on the other hand, I'm just let down after the anticipation of a really good abscess.
On a side note, I loved the vets behaving badly "V is for vomit" entry. Right there with you. Funny part is that we had a surprise office Valentines party; the last time I celebrated Valentines Day, I was in grade school and we all had decorated baggies to put cards in...
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Glad you enjoyed that ;)
ahh but there is always the next abscess!
Mmm, when you can smell the anaerobic bacteria when the door opens, you know you are in for some fun. I think there are very few vets that don't like the old abscess. Then, once you have it drained, sticking your (gloved) finger in there to dig out the caseous junk and break down adhesions. Ahh, I love a good abscess.
I'm not sure what's sicker. What you wrote about, or the fact that I read it while I ate. LOL
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