It is not uncommon for a goat to experience uterine prolapse after a difficult lambing. There are several reasons for this pathology - insufficient physical activity of the animal, complications that arose during childbirth, multiple births, polyhydramnios. The goat definitely needs help - you can try to set the organ yourself, but it is better to call a veterinarian to avoid dangerous consequences.
Possible causes of vaginal prolapse in a goat
Before and during parturition, goats may experience both vaginal and uterine prolapse.The main reason for this phenomenon is the weakening of the muscle tissue of the perineum and pelvic girdle. Often the vagina can prolapse during severe lambing, or 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 inversion of the mucous tissue of the reproductive organ outward, resulting from:
- multiple pregnancy;
- wide pelvic diameter;
- insufficient development of the ligamentous apparatus;
- deficiency of vitamins and nutrients;
- obesity;
- introducing food into the animal’s diet before lambing that causes bloating;
- improper assistance during previous lambings.
Many farmers make the mistake of causing uterine prolapse on their own - they hang a weight on the placenta to speed up its passage if the placenta is delayed.
Symptoms of the problem
When the vagina prolapses from 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 over or lies down. When standing up, the symptom disappears.
It is important to notice prolapse in time, as it can lead to the death of tissues in contact with the floor, and in pregnant goats, to spontaneous miscarriage.
Uterine prolapse appears as a pear-shaped mass protruding from the vagina, with prominent red caruncles. The goat hunches its back, looks exhausted and restless. Attempts may be observed as with the urge to urinate. If the animal is not helped 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 symptoms of uterine and vaginal prolapse leave no doubt. Signs of prolapse require an immediate call to the veterinarian to have the organ realigned.
How to cure a sick goat
Treatment for vaginal prolapse consists of several steps:
- treatment of the vagina with disinfectant solutions - “Rivanol”, potassium permanganate, crealine 2-3% concentration;
- gentle repositioning of the vagina with fingers dipped in sunflower oil;
- placing the animal in a pen located at an incline towards the head.
Reduction of a prolapsed uterus must be performed by a veterinarian. While waiting for the doctor, you can take measures on your own; if the loss is not severe, fill a small watering can with water at room temperature (about 28 OC) and water the organ. If retraction of the organ does not occur or the uterus has partially returned to its place, the water temperature should be reduced to 15 OC, then water again with liquid at room temperature.
If attempts to correct uterine prolapse on your own are unsuccessful, wash it with a cool solution of potassium permanganate, a decoction of chamomile or oak bark. Afterwards, the uterus must be wrapped in clean, ironed cloth to prevent infection.
The veterinarian adjusts the uterus centimeter by centimeter, the sheet is tucked in at this time, and then removed completely.After the organ is completely repositioned, the doctor smoothes out the remaining folds inside. The animal is also placed in a pen located on an incline.
To prevent subsequent cases of uterine prolapse, it is recommended to apply a bandage of rope twisted in the shape of a loop around the labia. The ends of the rope are tied to the belt - it is secured around the sternum. To prevent infection of the organ and the development of blood poisoning, Neofur or Hysteroton, antimicrobial drugs in the form of suppositories, are administered intrauterinely.
Possible consequences
Ignoring the problem and improper treatment can lead to negative consequences:
- infection entering the reproductive organ, bladder, inflammation of the renal system;
- the death of part of the mucous tissue when it does not retract on its own for a long time and comes into contact with the floor surface;
- problems with urination;
- urinary and fecal retention;
- prolapse of the bladder into the hole left by the prolapsed uterus and vagina;
- premature onset of labor in pregnant goats, accompanied by severe straining, especially in a lying position.
It is necessary to diagnose and eliminate vaginal and uterine prolapse in a timely manner.
Preventive measures
To prevent genital prolapse, you should follow the following rules:
- feed livestock with high-quality food - grass, hay, twig feed;
- keep animals on poor pasture and introduce more hay into the diet a couple of weeks before covering;
- ensure that goats do not overeat to avoid obesity;
- do not feed pregnant animals before lambing with gas-forming products - fruits and vegetables, legumes;
- help during lambing - hold the vagina when a large fetus comes out or is incorrectly positioned to avoid organ prolapse, douching with oil when 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, since vaginal and uterine prolapse is common in goats.
Prolapse of internal organs in a goat should not go unnoticed by the owner. Immediately after repositioning the uterus, the animal needs to 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 it excessive physical exertion.
