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What is a contributing factor to yolk peritonitis in hens?
What is a contributing factor to yolk peritonitis in hens?
- Exercise and freedom during ovulation
- Lack of light during ovulation
- Stress and restraint during ovulation (correct)
- Proper nutrition during ovulation
What happens if bacteria are present in the abdominal cavity during yolk peritonitis?
What happens if bacteria are present in the abdominal cavity during yolk peritonitis?
- Septic peritonitis will develop (correct)
- A severe inflammatory reaction will occur
- The hen will recover immediately
- All yolk material will be reabsorbed
What is a common sign of yolk peritonitis in hens?
What is a common sign of yolk peritonitis in hens?
- Abdominal swelling (correct)
- Bright and alert behavior
- Increased appetite
- Increased egg production
What is the primary treatment for yolk peritonitis?
What is the primary treatment for yolk peritonitis?
What is the goal of manipulating the amount of light the hen receives?
What is the goal of manipulating the amount of light the hen receives?
What is a potential side effect of hormonal injections to switch off the laying cycle?
What is a potential side effect of hormonal injections to switch off the laying cycle?
What is the reason for removing the hen from its cage and mate during treatment?
What is the reason for removing the hen from its cage and mate during treatment?
What is the consequence of severe yolk peritonitis if left untreated?
What is the consequence of severe yolk peritonitis if left untreated?
What should be done to the bird before attempting to help her pass the egg?
What should be done to the bird before attempting to help her pass the egg?
How long should you wait for the bird to pass the egg on her own before intervening?
How long should you wait for the bird to pass the egg on her own before intervening?
What should you avoid doing when attempting to manipulate the egg?
What should you avoid doing when attempting to manipulate the egg?
What should you do if the bird shows signs of severe depression?
What should you do if the bird shows signs of severe depression?
What is one of the possible complications that can occur after the egg is removed?
What is one of the possible complications that can occur after the egg is removed?
What can be done to the egg if it cannot be removed naturally?
What can be done to the egg if it cannot be removed naturally?
What is one of the treatments that can be provided to the bird to help her pass the egg?
What is one of the treatments that can be provided to the bird to help her pass the egg?
What should you do if you are unable to remove the egg from the bird?
What should you do if you are unable to remove the egg from the bird?
What is the main cause of oviduct impaction?
What is the main cause of oviduct impaction?
What is a common sign of oviduct impaction?
What is a common sign of oviduct impaction?
What is the primary treatment for oviduct impaction?
What is the primary treatment for oviduct impaction?
What is the outcome for birds that undergo a hysterectomy due to oviduct impaction?
What is the outcome for birds that undergo a hysterectomy due to oviduct impaction?
What is oophoritis?
What is oophoritis?
What is the usual cause of oophoritis?
What is the usual cause of oophoritis?
What is a characteristic of oviduct impaction?
What is a characteristic of oviduct impaction?
What is a consequence of oviduct impaction?
What is a consequence of oviduct impaction?
What is the primary characteristic of septic egg related peritonitis?
What is the primary characteristic of septic egg related peritonitis?
What is the most common outcome of septic egg related peritonitis?
What is the most common outcome of septic egg related peritonitis?
What is the minimum dose of Quinacrine HCI that is fatal to pigeons?
What is the minimum dose of Quinacrine HCI that is fatal to pigeons?
What is a common complication of septic egg related peritonitis?
What is a common complication of septic egg related peritonitis?
What is a common sign of septic egg related peritonitis?
What is a common sign of septic egg related peritonitis?
When should you worm a sick bird?
When should you worm a sick bird?
Which of the following medications is considered the safest for birds?
Which of the following medications is considered the safest for birds?
What is a common effect of septic egg related peritonitis on the abdominal organs?
What is a common effect of septic egg related peritonitis on the abdominal organs?
What is a potential consequence of septic egg related peritonitis on egg laying?
What is a potential consequence of septic egg related peritonitis on egg laying?
What is the effective dose of levamisole compared to tetramisole?
What is the effective dose of levamisole compared to tetramisole?
Which type of birds are most susceptible to the toxicity of levamisole?
Which type of birds are most susceptible to the toxicity of levamisole?
What is a common behavior observed in birds with septic egg related peritonitis?
What is a common behavior observed in birds with septic egg related peritonitis?
What should you consider when worming your birds?
What should you consider when worming your birds?
What is a common additional complication of septic egg related peritonitis?
What is a common additional complication of septic egg related peritonitis?
Study Notes
Egg Binding in Birds
- Lubricate the vent with KY jelly or Vaseline and wait at least 20 minutes for the bird to pass her egg on her own before intervening.
- Gentle manipulation of the egg can be attempted, applying pressure to each side of the egg downwards, towards the vent, without pressing directly down onto the egg.
- If the hen shows signs of severe depression, immediate veterinary treatment is recommended, which may include antibiotics, intravenous fluids, hormones, steroids, and injectable calcium and energy supplements.
Complications of Egg Binding
Oviduct Impaction
- Occurs secondary to egg binding or uterine infection.
- Characterized by the binding up in the uterus of successive eggs, egg yolk material, and pus material.
- Signs include:
- Stop in egg production.
- Progressive loss of condition.
- Alternations between diarrhea and constipation.
- Abdominal enlargement.
- Reluctance to fly or walk.
- Treatment is limited to surgery, with attempts made to salvage the uterus, but most cases have severe scarring and adhesions.
Oophoritis
- Inflammation or infection of the ovary, usually secondary to systemic disease or rupture of the oviduct.
- Can be caused by restraint or stress during ovulation.
- Signs include:
- Abdominal swelling.
- Wide-based stance.
- Weight loss.
- Treatment is mainly supportive, with antibiotics used in case of septic peritonitis.
- Surgery may be required to remove yolk material.
Septic Egg Related Peritonitis
- Yolk peritonitis contaminated with bacteria, causing a severe inflammatory reaction throughout the abdomen.
- Causes congestion, scarring, and adhesions of all abdominal organs.
- Signs include:
- Sudden death.
- Abdominal swelling.
- Respiratory distress.
- Depression.
- Anorexia.
- Cessation of egg laying.
- Can be complicated by diabetes, strokes, intestinal obstruction, and hepatitis.
Additional Notes
- When treating birds, caution should be exercised with parasitic and worming treatments, as they can be toxic to certain species.
- Levamisole should be used with caution, as it has a wide range of toxicity in different bird species.
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Learn about the steps to take when a bird is experiencing egg binding, including lubrication and gentle manipulation, and when to seek veterinary treatment.
