Lethargic Bardrock with prolapsed vent

[Eggcessive]

Soaking in some warm Epsom salts or soapy water with a little Dial soap for about 10-15 minutes would help to soften the crust. The longer the better. Taking a wash rag and rubbing it some after softening may get some of it off. You have to rub a bit, and it can bleed a little, but that is a sign of good healthy tissue, so it is okay. She has a really dried out prolapse, and hopefully, you can get that off. Then coat it with some ointment.

 

[humblehillsfarm]

And still no egg? Can you feel around her abdomen for one? I have read on BYC if you can keep them in the dark for all but four hours a day, it will trigger them to stop laying, and give the prolapse time to heal.

 

[mnkymn]

Soaking in some warm Epsom salts or soapy water with a little Dial soap for about 10-15 minutes would help to soften the crust. The longer the better. Taking a wash rag and rubbing it some after softening may get some of it off. You have to rub a bit, and it can bleed a little, but that is a sign of good healthy tissue, so it is okay. She has a really dried out prolapse, and hopefully, you can get that off. Then coat it with some ointment.

Thanks. Will keep at it.

 

[mnkymn]

And still no egg? Can you feel around her abdomen for one? I have read on BYC if you can keep them in the dark for all but four hours a day, it will trigger them to stop laying, and give the prolapse time to heal.

I’ve felt the abdomin and slide a finger in her vent and both ways don’t feel anything that feels like an egg.

 

[mnkymn]

Dead skin is off. Her vent went right back in. Now to see if she will start laying again.
Thanks everyone for the advice and help.

 

[humblehillsfarm]

Wow! Imagine that. So happy to hear she's doing better. Best of luck!

 

[mnkymn]

Just want to say she is much better. And she is laying eggs again. Thank you to everyone that provided help to get through this.