PROLAPSE OF VAGINA

Prolapse of Vagina

Coming out of some part of vagina is known as prolapse of vagina. Mostly seen in last trimester of pregnancy.

Etiology:

• Pelvic ligaments become loose due to increase in estrogen hormone produced by placenta.
• Large sized foetus pressurize in cervix outside.
• Mineral deficiency (e.g. hypocalcemia) can cause prolapse of vagina.
• Estrogen containing feed intake.

Symptoms:

• Red colored round or tube like structure is seen outside the valva when animal is in sitting position.

Diagnosis:

• By Sign and symptoms.

Treatment:

• Wash the prolapsed area with 0.1% KMnO4 solution and push it inside the animal body firmly and use rope truss on valve to avoid frequent prolapse.
• Make floor upside from the back portion of animal.
• Avoid estrogen containing feed.
• Use Hydroxyprogesterone injections at an appropriate interval (10-20 days) till parturition.
• Avoid access feeding.
• Feed 3-4 time a day with small quantity of feed.
• Avoid green fodder.
• Use Analgesic or antipyretic medicines for 3-7 days.
•   Use Calcium Magnesium Borogluconate I/V.
• Use broad spectrum antibiotic for at least 3 days.
• Use good quality mineral mixture daily.