I know that in Vet hospitals...

Posted by Chris H. on July 30, 2001 at 10:52:03:

In Reply to: Rectal prolapse posted by Katt on July 30, 2001 at 01:05:51:

they sprinkle sugar on prolapses for cats and dogs.

I don't know why, but I guess the principle is to increase the osmotic pressure outside the intestine which draws excess fluid out, allowing the swelling to decrease. Worth a try?

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