Prolapse of the uterus in a goat: symptoms and treatment, is it possible to set the vagina

It is not uncommon for a goat to experience uterine prolapse after heavy lambing. There are several reasons for this pathology - insufficient physical activity of the animal, complications that arose during childbirth, multiple pregnancy, polyhydramnios. The goat definitely needs help - you can try to set the organ yourself, but it's better to call the veterinarian to avoid dangerous consequences.

Possible causes of vaginal prolapse in a goat

Before giving birth and during delivery, goats can prolapse both the vagina and the uterus. The main reason for this phenomenon is the weakening of the muscle tissue of the perineum and pelvic girdle.Often, the vagina can fall out during heavy lambing, and also if the veterinarian applies strong tension when removing the fetus.

In old animals, prolapse of the vagina and uterus is provoked by multiple previous births, especially against the background of damage to the soft tissues located in the pelvic cavity. Uterine prolapse is a partial or complete eversion of the mucous tissue of the reproductive organ outwards, resulting from:

• multiple pregnancy;
• wide pelvic diameter;
• insufficient development of the ligamentous apparatus;
• vitamin and nutrient deficiency;
• obesity;
• introduction to the animal's diet before lambing food that provokes bloating;
• incorrect assistance during previous lambing.

Many farmers make the mistake of provoking uterine prolapse on their own - they hang a weight on the afterbirth to speed up its discharge if there is a delay in the afterbirth.

Symptoms of the problem

When the vagina falls out of the genital slit, a red formation becomes visible, the sign is more intense when the body is in a low position - when the animal bends or lies. When standing up, the symptom disappears.

It is important to notice the prolapse in time, as it can lead to the death of tissues in contact with the floor, and in pregnant goats, to spontaneous miscarriage.

Prolapse of the uterus looks like a pear-shaped formation sticking out of the vagina, on which red caruncles are pronounced. The goat hunches its back, looks exhausted and restless. There may be attempts as with the urge to urinate. If you do not help the animal promptly, the uterus begins to swell and acquires a bluish tint. When a goat injures an organ on the floor and walls, parts of its mucous membrane begin to die.

Diagnostic Methods

Diagnosis of the disease is not difficult, since the prolapse of the uterus and vagina on the symptoms leave no doubt. Signs of prolapse require an immediate call to the veterinarian to reposition the organ.

How to cure a sick goat

Vaginal prolapse treatment consists of several steps:

• treatment of the vagina with disinfectant solutions - "Rivanol", potassium permanganate, crealin 2-3% concentration;
• gentle reduction of the vagina with fingers dipped in sunflower oil;
• setting the animal in the machine, located at an angle towards the head.

Reduction of the prolapsed uterus should be carried out by a veterinarian. While waiting for the doctor, you can take action on your own, if the fallout is not strong - take water at room temperature (about 28 ^o C) into a small watering can and water the organ.If there is no retraction of the organ or the uterus has partially returned to its place, the water temperature should be reduced to 15 ^{оС, after which it should be poured again with liquid at room temperature.}

To improve the contractions of the uterus, so that it becomes excited and quickly drawn in, it is recommended to massage the ligaments of the reproductive organ.

If attempts to fix the prolapse of the uterus on their own fail, they wash it with a cool solution of potassium permanganate, a decoction of chamomile or oak bark. Afterwards, the uterus must be wrapped in a clean, ironed cloth to prevent infection.

The veterinarian sets the uterus centimeter by centimeter, the sheet is tucked up at this time, and then removed completely. After the organ is completely set, the doctor evens out the folds remaining inside. The animal is also placed in the machine, located at a slope.

To prevent subsequent cases of uterine prolapse, it is recommended to apply a bandage of a rope twisted in the form of a loop around the labia.The ends of the rope are tied to the belt - it is fixed around the sternum. To prevent infection of the organ and the development of blood poisoning, "Neofur" or "Histeroton" are administered intrauterinely - antimicrobial drugs in the form of suppositories.

Possible consequences

Ignoring the problem and improper treatment can lead to negative consequences:

• infection inside the reproductive organ, bladder, inflammation of the renal system;
• death of part of the mucosal tissue when it does not reposition on its own for a long time and comes into contact with the floor surface;
• problems with urination;
• retention of urine and feces;
• prolapse of the bladder into the hole left by the prolapsed uterus and vagina;
• premature onset of labor in pregnant goats, accompanied by severe attempts, especially when lying down.

Vaginal and uterine prolapse needs to be diagnosed and treated in time.

Preventive measures

To prevent genital prolapse, you should follow the rules:

• feed livestock with quality food - grass, hay, branch feed;
• keep animals on sparse pasture and feed more hay a couple of weeks before cover;
• make sure goats don't overeat to avoid obesity;
• do not feed pregnant individuals before lambing with gas-forming products - fruits and vegetables, legumes;
• help during lambing - hold the vagina when a large fetus comes out or its wrong position to avoid prolapse of the organ, douching with oil when the water breaks early.

Goats should give birth on their own, but during lambing it is better to invite a veterinarian or help the animal yourself, as prolapse of the vagina and uterus is common in goats.

Prolapse of internal organs in a goat should not be ignored by the owner. Immediately after the uterus is repositioned, the animal must be provided with good care - feeding with a high content of vitamins, clean water, dry bedding. It is recommended to lead a goat with a recently set uterus on a short rein, without giving her excessive physical exertion.

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