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Cloacal prolapse is a common problem in lizards; it is usually secondary to an infective process or straining due to [[Lizard and Snake Dystocia|dystocia]] or constipation.

Cloacal prolapse is a common problem in lizards; it is usually secondary to an infective process or straining due to [[Lizard and Snake Dystocia|dystocia]] or constipation.

The clinical signs in a male lizard are usually one or both of the [[Hemipenes|hemipenes]] prolapsed; in females, they usually include a partial prolapse of the oviduct, if complete usually severely traumatised.

The clinical signs in a male lizard are usually one or both of the [[Hemipenes|hemipenes]] prolapsed; in females, they usually include a partial prolapse of the oviduct; if complete this organ is usually severely traumatised.

*'''Diagnosis''' - History, [[Lizard Physical Examination|physical examination]], microscopy, culture and sensitivity.

*'''Diagnosis''' - History, [[Lizard Physical Examination|physical examination]], microscopy, culture and sensitivity.