My dog's anal gland is swollen again after rupture, is this normal?

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My 9 1/2 y/o mixed breed had an anal gland rupture yesterday. Went to the vet, she's on Clyndamiacin and an antiflammatory and she was doing but better. Today I noticed that side is swollen again, is this normal for what i happening. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 9 years and 9 months old | 51 lbs

David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

With anal gland infection you must be patient, it may become worse before it becomes better, it often takes more than a month to resolve. as the treatment has been started yesterday i would not expect a clear improvement just yet, you need to give it time.

My dog's anal gland is swollen again after rupture, is this normal?

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