Prolapsed Cloaca???

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Originally Posted by leanna_bp

I don't think she's an appropriate weight... I don't have a scale to weigh her, so I can't be 100% sure. She is very small compared to other ball pythons I've seen around her age. We've been concerned about her weight and length for a while now.

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A prolapse that has gone untreated for two weeks is a much bigger problem. Find an exotic animal specialist vet.

So just for learning purposes, what does the sugar water do for prolapsed anuses? Honey makes sense, as it has antibacterial properties. But sugar water? TEACH ME!!

"You can try soaking the iguana in a cool bath to which sugar has been added. Heavy concentrations of sugar in the water will act to draw out the fluids engorging the swollen everted tissue; this may reduce it enough to be inverted by the lizard. The tissue may be rinsed with fresh water and Betadine, and carefully pushed back in with a gloved finger lubricated with KY Jelly (the type without the spermicde). Extreme care must be taken in doing this as, if the colon contains fecal matter and the colon tissue is pierced in the attempt to replace it, severe, even fatal contamination and injury may result. If the soaking does not work within an hour, and you do not wish to attempt manual replacement, the iguana should be placed on a damp towel and taken to the vet as quickly as possible."


Taken from the first website off a quick google search. I agree with everyone else, a vet trip was necessary the minute it started happening. A little late now, so do what you can to locate and get to one specifically for reptiles and exotics. If she survives, you might want to consider rehoming her to someone who has time to make vet visits. I'm not trying to be harsh, just looking out for your snake's future health.

oh wow. how could 2 people not find the time or funds between them to take their poor snake to the vet? this is heartbreaking. :(

Edit: ok i'm actually mad about this. there are no excuses at this point. :mad:

Agreed. Hopefully responsible action will be taken and perhaps someone nearby can take the snake in.

Being put out of its misery is probably the best thing that can happen... Stuff like that can be fatal even if it's treated immediately. It sounds like a noticeable chunk of the intestine is already dead. Just not a good prognosis.