4 month axolotl prolapse?

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I have a 4 month axolotl and since Thursday I noticed this buldge from his cloaca. I was advised that it may be a prolapse or could be from impactation. I've had it for a month however for the first week I stupidly had him on sand but since 3 weeks ago I've had him tubbed. So I was given good advice to try feeding him some salmon however it's not really helped and looks like it may have gotten worse? Really need some advice ASAP please I've attached pictures from a few days ago when I first seen it until today
 

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I’m not particularly familiar with axolotls, so if you hear from someone who is, I would take their advice over mine. That said, it does look like a prolapse to me. I would recommend getting him to a vet for treatment as soon as possible.
 
It looks like a mild prolapse likely from straining.
I have heard of sugar being used on them - We use it in other aspects of vet med for similar issues so the basis is sounds but actually how to go about doing in I'm not experienced.
You may want to find a vet that treats and if not local that can help you with instructions on how to do it.
 
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