Blastocystis

[palolo]

I have at least 2 chickens that have tested positive in fecal for blastocystis? Has anyone used anything natural to treat in place of antibiotic. I don't have a vet nearby that treats chickens.

 

[casportpony]

What did your vet suggest?

 

[palolo]

Antibiotics specifically Metronita but they won't prescribe.

 

[palolo]

Antibiotics specifically Metronita but they won't prescribe.

Metronidazole

 

[bmaw]

Metronidazole

Have you used this drug in your chickens? My chickens have Blastocystis sp and the side effects of Flagyl/Metronidazole concern me, as some are molting and another has had EYP and has an implant very underweight.