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Why is my guinea pig bleeding from her private area? What to do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Small Animal | Unknown - Small Animal | Female | unspayed

My guinea pigs vigina is bleeding hellppp

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Answered By Andrea M. Brodie, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on March 28th, 2018

A bloody discharge from the vagina could be caused by a severe UTI, bladder stones (quite common in guinea pigs), or a uterine/vaginal infection. There are no home remedies for this, I am afraid, so you will need to make an appointment with your vet for an exam and possibly x-rays.Infection is usually treated with injectable antibiotics and pain medicine. Bladder stones may need to be removed with surgery.

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    Answered By Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS

    Veterinarian

    Published on May 24th, 2019

    Vaginal discharge can be caused by a number of things. Both the urethra and vaginal openings exit the vaginal/vulvar area so discharge could indicate a problem with the urinary tract or with the reproductive tract. A clinical examination at your local veterinarian is essential to confirm these clinical suspicions and treat appropriately. Antibiotics may be needed. Hope this answer was helpful, but please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further. If this answer was helpful please let us know, this will be used to improve our service!

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    Answered By Jessica Keay, DVM

    Veterinarian

    Published on April 9th, 2018

    I am sorry to hear about Delana. Bleeding is not normal in a guinea pig. We would unfortunately be worried about things like a bad bladder infection, a bladder stone, or a tumor of the reproductive tract (inside the vagina or uterus). Unfortunately there isn't a way for you to determine the cause or treat her without veterinary care. I would look into seeing if there are any low-cost clinics in your area- sometimes these can be associated with a humane society or animal protective league. You can refer to this article for other ideas on helping pay for veterinary care: http://m.humanesociety.org/animals/resources/tips/trouble_affording_veterinary_care.html

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