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I don't THINK seizures are associated with pain usually but I'm not familiar with different types of seizures. The FEW I have seen in other animals.. muscles were engaged and stiff.. I don't think charlie horse status.. but if it last too long may be in danger of over heating essentially. Or...

Well, YOU are the starter of some of my favorite informative ongoing threads for discussion.. I tend to be a thread stopper! :lau ETA: I'm just too darn distracted to maintain it. :smack

Ugh.. I wish I could give you a straight answer.. She is definitely aged. Marek's can only be verified via necropsy or a blood test. :barnie At her age.. I personally would euthanize instead of watching her go down hill slowly.. You've done all you can, in my honest opinion. BUT if seeing the...

Great question! Thank you for not letting things slide. :highfive: Seemed like slow wasting was the MOST notable symptom in older birds.. Her weight sounds like fast decline more than slow wasting.. And before seeing the post #64 had not YET previously heard/seen such thing reported. If I...

Marek's is awful, that's no doubt! But it doesn't wipe out entire flocks usually (20% perhaps of younger birds here).. Vaccinated birds are not welcome here to HIDE the disease since I breed my birds. But if it's of concern for you, then be sure to order vaccinated chicks ONLY and quarantine...

I saw it linked in another thread.. :confused:

I doubt this is how Marek's would present in a FIVE year old chicken.. What is her USUAL feed, including treats and supplements.. WHY would she be facing a nutrient deficit? Has her droppings ever been tested for internal parasites? HOW is she getting any nutrients while seizing?? An...