Bumblefoot meat bird

[Mike Conowingo]

I have a meat bird cornish x I noticed laying around this morning. The foot is slightly swollen and I am hopeful to be butchering soon. Should I not eat this bird? I will soak it this afternoon after work? I read about cutting but dont remember seeing an actual head or spot near the swelling. Any input on this so close to processing time , safe to eat or? Thanks

 

[Chickinie]

Here is an old relevant thread:

https://www.backyardchickens.com/threads/can-we-eat-the-meat-of-hen-with-bumblefoot.704178/


If you wait until the infection is gone (if you treat it) then you wont have to worry as much; otherwise, you can make sure you make sure you cook it thoroughly to avoid food poisoning.