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unusual bulge ???

bhavoc Apr 20, 2008 08:57 PM

i just purchased a columbian nic. mix from the white plains show and it has a bulge in the underbelly about 3 inches from the anus. can anyone give any information about what it could be and how i can fix it? thanks.

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gmherps Apr 20, 2008 09:27 PM

clogged stool possibly? a good warm soak couldn't hurt at all.
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bhavoc Apr 20, 2008 09:35 PM

it gets bigger and smaller as he breathes. it goes away and pops back up as he breathes. could that be stool?? i would think it would be stool if it didnt move. is that clearer or do you still its stool? thanks

boapaul Apr 21, 2008 10:48 AM

I'd do a fecal float right away.

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