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  1. Urban Waddler

    Duck with Liver mass inflammatory response in lungs

    Thank you, this is very helpful. I guess we are checking for lead, but I wonder if we should be checking for other toxins. I did give her some Poultry Cell (2ml sprinkled over some lettuce), so I hope this will not hurt her. Sounds like I should check with the vet before trying to give her any...
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    Duck with Liver mass inflammatory response in lungs

    Thank you! I do so appreciate any help, when you have time. I am doing my own research, but not getting too far.
  3. Urban Waddler

    Duck with Liver mass inflammatory response in lungs

    He only said she a low red blood count, indicative of anemia. If her blood come back positive for lead, we can treat with metal chelation, but our hunch is that it’s related to underlying disease (reproductive). She is laying fine, but doesn’t want to stop laying for nothing, which is hard, as...
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    Duck with Liver mass inflammatory response in lungs

    I have never tried it. I have to admit the thought of her eating liver makes me squeamish but I’d try anything. What do you know about poultry cell?
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    Duck with Liver mass inflammatory response in lungs

    UPDATE: we got Loretta a CT scan and ran a comprehensive blood test. The good news: there is no mass, period, on liver or otherwise. There are no signs of respiratory disease. The specialist believes that because the vet who did the X-ray, did so while she was awake, her leg bones, wings...
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    Duck with Liver mass inflammatory response in lungs

    I’ve been looking into it. I’m no vet, but she was exposed to a toxin, and she had this massive inflammatory response in her lungs, it would make sense that her liver could also be affected, enlarged. The vet said it was possible that she just had a very enlarged liver because the pictures...
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    Duck with Liver mass inflammatory response in lungs

    No, what is that? I can google but so far no real info on liver issues with ducks outside of hepatitis.
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    Duck with Liver mass inflammatory response in lungs

    Thank you. The vet I spoke with today was very bleak. She said she couldn’t be sure from the images what exactly it was, but typically with birds a mass near or on the liver is bad prognosis. She said typically she wouldn’t expect them to live more than a year, but with her other issues she...
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    Duck with Liver mass inflammatory response in lungs

    I meant to say hope is scares...ie bad prognosis. I got her to say it is possible she could bounce back. But that took some effort.
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    Duck with Liver mass inflammatory response in lungs

    Hi. Has anyone heard of soft tissue masses on or near the liver. Loretta is 2 years old, and pekin. My vet said it was a bleak prognosis but they have no way of telling what it is or how it will hurt her, only that hope is not scarce. She was seen for fast breathing and fatigue, and they ruled...
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    spaying surgery success story!

    Hi, I know this is older, but I’m wondering if you could answer some questions about the type of surgery your little girl had? I have a duck with some reproductive issues. The implant isn’t lasting long with her, so I was hoping spaying would be an option. Most vets I speak with will not do...
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    Sick duck again, not sure what’s going on

    That’s wonderful!!! Good luck :)
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    Sick duck again, not sure what’s going on

    No prob! Keep us posted. My girls always pretend mated too! I’m sending good vibes to you and your sweet duck. I’ll let you know anything I hear from the specialist in Madison if and when I see her. My vet says they are of the best in the country and they regular consult with them. But who...
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    Sick duck again, not sure what’s going on

    The implant is a very fast, East procedure-as easy as putting a tracking chip in a cat or dog. If your duck is not comfortable being held and cannot stay calm, they might use sedatives. I would get her an implant ASAP, while you look for permanent solutions. For some folks with smaller birds...
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    Sick duck again, not sure what’s going on

    I’m so sorry to hear about your duck’s issues. The implants were designed for ferrets but regularly used in birds of all kinds. The time it lasts depends on the size and breed, how often she laid before, her environment (are their drakes around), and other factors. Unfortunately, if she is a...
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    Sick duck again, not sure what’s going on

    Thanks for that info! I don’t want to speak too soon, but she seems so much better today so far. Last night she was still panting and laying down with her tail pointing downward. I was so nervous I slept next to her. Today she is lively, moving around, and while not super into her regular food...
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    Sick duck again, not sure what’s going on

    That’s so wonderful she is feeling better! I’ve read all about diets you can give your duck to stop them from laying and having reproductive diseases. We have gone the implant route, but it’s so darn stressful. Hoping all continues to be well for Olive! And love the name :)
  18. Urban Waddler

    Sick duck again, not sure what’s going on

    Thank you. I think that makes good sense. I’ll do that. :)
  19. Urban Waddler

    Sick duck again, not sure what’s going on

    Thank you. So glad Olive is doing better. What were her symptoms other than not eating?
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