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Keel is the bone between the breasts - the breast meat should have a good bit of muscle on it and the bone should not be sticking out. If all you can feel is bone, or the muscle seems smaller than it should be, this is a good indication that she's losing weight.

Something bigger, as in a solid mass? Could be an egg? I would get her into isolation if you can - on a soft towel, with paper towels over to catch the poos - makes it easier to see them and determine if anything's wrong. Was hard to see any fecals in your last pic due to the ground color...

Reluctance to hold weight on a leg can also mean abdominal pain. How is her egg situation; still not laying? You should give her abdomen a good feel - check for any lumps, eggs, swelling or unusually hot spots. - I'd recommend doing this with a healthy hen first so you have a good comparison to...