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Thank you - always appreciate your pearls of wisdom! 😊

Yes, it's possible it's not bumblefoot, but without testing (usually done at a vet's office), you're left to make an educated guess. With bumblefoot, though, I think the progression of the infection and manifestation of the "seed"/kernel varies from case to case. If you're not finding the source...

I'd take the opportunity to see if you can gently tease it off - I've found the kernel is often attached to the scab and it will come out as one piece. If not, you'll know that it may need more time. Best of luck!

YVW. Since the kernel wasn't visible, keeping the area clean and packed with antibiotic cream (pain reliever-free) sounds like a reasonable approach. Soaking the foot, especially with Epsom salt, can be helpful...it may help the kernel come to the surface. The infection could also just...

Yes, it could be...and sometimes, it takes a while to find it. I know you mentioned not wanting to dig around in there, but if the infection isn't addressed, it could come out of the top of the foot or progress to the bone (definitely bad). Clear iodine was very helpful in my experience - more...

Yes...including with Pekins (which seem to get bumblefoot more often then other duck breeds I've raised). In the cases I've dealt with, the "seed" of infection has to come out or the foot won't heal. If there's a scab, I will pull it off and take a look to see if the waxy/cheesy kernel is there...