The 18-gauge by 1/4-inch abdominal fluid draining needle is used by veterinarians and experienced flock keepers to relieve fluid buildup in chickens with ascites, commonly known as water belly. Draining excess abdominal fluid can ease breathing difficulty and discomfort in affected birds.Key Uses Draining abdominal fluid in cases of ascites (water belly) Short 1/4 inch length suited to a chicken's body wall 18 gauge diameter for efficient, controlled fluid removal Safe Use NotesAscites is often a sign of an underlying heart, liver, lung, or reproductive problem, and draining fluid provides temporary relief rather than a cure. This procedure carries risk of injury or infection if done incorrectly, so it should be performed by, or under the direction of, a veterinarian familiar with poultry.*Sold as a pack of 5 individually packaged sterile needles*
