egg peritonitis

[Jhon Fredy Gomez Usma]

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[Md. Abdul Bari]

Good

[Md. Abdul Bari]

Signs of Egg Peritonitis in Laying Hens

1. Production-related signs

Sudden drop in egg production

Irregular laying or complete توقف of laying

2. Physical appearance

Swollen or distended abdomen (fluid or egg material inside)

Soft, pendulous belly when touched

Weight loss despite a swollen abdomen

3. Behavior changes

Lethargy and reduced activity

Reluctance to move or stand

Reduced feed intake

4. Droppings and vent condition

Abnormal droppings (watery or greenish)

Dirty or pasted vent area

[Bello Bashir Bello]

Egg peritonitis in laying hens occurs when yolk material (often due to internal laying or oviduct issues) enters the abdominal cavity, causing infection. Signs include a swollen, firm, or hot abdomen, “penguin-like” upright waddling, lethargy, decreased appetite, and halted egg production. Prevention focuses on limiting stress, controlling body weight, proper nutrition, and avoiding premature lighting to prevent early laying