Stubborn Prolapsed Silkie Hen.

[MysteryChicken]

Her abdomen is also now quite swollen, & firm.

 

[MysteryChicken]

How much longer should I actually be working on her?

 

[azygous]

Even a stray small bit of tissue can cause prolapse as the hen's body is trying to expel it. Prolapse happens a lot when there are two eggs in the tract at the same time, or one egg followed by tissue that has sloughed off the oviduct. A second egg could have come down behind that first one and collapsed inside if it had no shell. You can't assume that just because an egg came out that there isn't anything more in there because prolapse wouldn't be happening for no reason except perhaps if it's been injured.

Assume there is still something obstructing the tract and continue to treat for it. It's also possible infection has already begun if a second egg collapsed. You might consider starting her on an oral antibiotic.

If, at some point, you feel it's gone on too long and you see she's fading away, you would be within reason to end it for her.

 

[MysteryChicken]

Even a stray small bit of tissue can cause prolapse as the hen's body is trying to expel it. Prolapse happens a lot when there are two eggs in the tract at the same time, or one egg followed by tissue that has sloughed off the oviduct. A second egg could have come down behind that first one and collapsed inside if it had no shell. You can't assume that just because an egg came out that there isn't anything more in there because prolapse wouldn't be happening for no reason except perhaps if it's been injured.

Assume there is still something obstructing the tract and continue to treat for it. It's also possible infection has already begun if a second egg collapsed. You might consider starting her on an oral antibiotic.

If, at some point, you feel it's gone on too long and you see she's fading away, you would be within reason to end it for her.

She still acts healthy, & full of life. Just uncomfortable. Not acting ill.

Should I check her again for a membrane? Last two checks were for eggs, but I felt nothing. I went in as far as my second knuckle the last time.

When she does poop, it's only a small amount, & some urates. It's always a struggle. Not a normal poop she usually does.

 

[azygous]

Leave her to rest quietly. No more poking. Stress from being handled a lot can interfere with the process. Leave her in a quiet place with plenty of water to drink and a bit of dry feed.

If the prolapse is still there in the morning and she needs cleaning, I use a soft wipe or tissue soaked in witch hazel to wipe off any poop and clean the prolapse. You can always spray it with sterilized water or distilled water or saline solution to keep it moist. Vetericyn wound spray is also a good one.

As I said, this could drag out, but eventually, she will push out the obstruction and the prolapse will retract. Once that happens, she will revert back to her normal self immediately. It's a very good sign she's still strong.

 

[MysteryChicken]

Leave her to rest quietly. No more poking. Stress from being handled a lot can interfere with the process. Leave her in a quiet place with plenty of water to drink and a bit of dry feed.

If the prolapse is still there in the morning and she needs cleaning, I use a soft wipe or tissue soaked in witch hazel to wipe off any poop and clean the prolapse. You can always spray it with sterilized water or distilled water or saline solution to keep it moist. Vetericyn wound spray is also a good one.

As I said, this could drag out, but eventually, she will push out the obstruction and the prolapse will retract. Once that happens, she will revert back to her normal self immediately. It's a very good sign she's still strong.

I've been cleaning it with plain cold water, & applying Triple Antibiotic ointment. The nice thing is it's still good healthy tissue. Been keeping it moist. No swelling.


Should I still include a video?

 

[MysteryChicken]

She's in a doggy crate within the run with her flock mates as company. I can't take her inside since my grandpa forbids that.

 

[azygous]

That's great! Her proximity to her mates will calm her. You get some rest, too. You've done great taking care of her. It's exhausting. I know. I've been through it, too.

 

[MysteryChicken]

That's great! Her proximity to her mates will calm her. You get some rest, too. You've done great taking care of her. It's exhausting. I know. I've been through it, too.

Yeah, I think she'd go crazy without company. She's abit of a drama Queen.

 

[azygous]

Well, if you were stuck in the hospital, it would make you feel better if your friends came to visit you. She needs her pals, too.