Water Belly (Ascites) Treatment Kit for Chickens + Poultry
Water Belly (or Ascites) is a serious condition where a chicken has a squishy, swollen belly full of liquid. It affects millions of both layers as well as broilers and meat chickens every year. Liquid accumulates in the abdominal cavity, causing the belly to swell. The chicken’s heart can’t cope with its rapid growth, and increased blood pressure causes fluids to leak into the belly (ascites) and lungs, which can be fatal.
The only thing one can do is to carefully drain the liquid from the abdomen every so often to alleviate the discomfort and allow the chicken to have a (near) normal life. This kit contains everything you'll need to perform the simply, yet life-saving procedure to temporarily drain Water Belly.
CONTENTS:
- (1) Irrigation Syringe, 60 cc
- (3) Gauze Pads, 2 x 2 Inch (sterile)
- (3) Hypodermic Needles, 18 ga (sterile)
- (3) Triple Antibiotic Ointment packets
- (2) Nitrile Gloves, pair (size L)
Customer Reviews
I found Gear Shop during a Google search for water belly treatment supplies for my hens. The Water Belly Treatment Kit was the only product I found with everything bundled together, so I purchased two, in addition to other items. Shipping was fast and well-packaged.
My 10 year old chicken has water belly and I was draining it with a much smaller needle. I looked online and found this kit and I was able to drain 10 ounces from her. The only thing I would suggest is that they include alcohol pads in the kit.
I ordered several poultry first aid items to have available for when I need them. Thanks for carrying poultry care items at a reasonable price.
