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QUESTION: she looks like she has the flu eyes half open only eaten a small amount she raises her rear end like she is going to go but nothing comes out  dont know age resqued from pet smart

ANSWER: What you're describing is a pig that's trying to give birth. If that's the case she may have a baby that is malpositioned and she can't pass it. You need a vet, quickly. If she is indeed trying to pass a baby time is of the essence as she could easily die from this. Please get some vet intervention as fast as you can.

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QUESTION: She hasn't had any contact with a male

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The other option may be that she is trying to pass a stone. However, they usually squeal in pain if that's happening. I would still recommend you have her examined by a vet. If she's not eating and is keeping her eyes half closed there is a problem, an illness, something that is not normal.

I wish I had a better answer, but I'm sure you can understand the limitations of having to try to diagnose something that we cannot see. So please try to take her to your vet. I really think that would be in her best interest.