My hen is just sitting listless in nest box... - Page 2

Tho I haven't experienced a broody, the squatting didn't seem to fit and it concerns me.

Pedro, if it's real cold out I would also consider bringing her inside to a warm (though not too warm) quiet spot - maybe you already have -  so she doesn't expend energy trying to keep warm. 

I know the angst of not knowing what's wrong and am sorry you and she are going through this.................................................
JJ.

Did you check her to see if shes egg bound?

I don't blame you for being concerned...

not all hens act the same when they go broody..
it could very well be she is broody.

will she eat when removed from the nest?

does she seem to have any problems walking?

is her comb pale?

please describe her droppings (color and consistency)

Is she fluffing up when you pick her up.... or when you put her back on to the nest... does she shake herself and re fluff her feathers

Get her up off the nest every day.. make sure she goes outside and that she walks around and she eats and drinks... don't allow her back until she has done this... very important

There you go. Big egg. Hard to pass. (assuming it was hers) With the squatting, she was trying because she was uncomfortable. With any luck, this won't normally (when her eggs are smaller) be a problem...
Glad she seems to be feeling better! Merry Christmas!!!!!!!!!
JJ

if you suspect a hen is having problems passing an egg..one method is to sit them on a warm pad..in a dark quiet place. the warmth helps to relax the muscles.

I have never heard of the sugar water/PrepH for egg passing problems..interesting!

I have heard of using sugar and Prep H for prolapse.
(sugar can act as a anti-infective)..you can also use  betadine.

That's great news, Pedro!