Best treatment for upper respiratory problems is Denegard. Unfortunately it needs to be ordered. In the mean time I would put unfiltered (the mother kind from the health food store) apple cider vinegar in their water (4 teaspoons to a gallon) it is an natural decongestant. Unfortunately in the winter months if you do not have lots of ventilation in your coupe the chickens breaths give off a lot of moisture that builds up in the room and can cause upper respiratory problems. Keeping the coup really clean helps also. The urine from their feces can build up the ammonia in the air and can irritate their sinus's and cause the same symptoms. I had one this year start sounding a little raspy and I cleaned the coup and she stopped and was fine.You and I seem to be having similar problems.I also just wormed, but not convinced that all is well yet. Several chickens still have very watery stools, they are still drinking as much water as in summer, and just noticed my EE has similar symptoms to your Flossie. I'm going to follow Ron's advice and isolate her and am looking into the antibiotics. Hate to give something if it's not needed, but am worried about waiting too long. I'd really appreciate hearing about anything you try and if you get results. I'll let you know from my end, too. Good luck!
I am sorry you guys are having problems. I know how upsetting it can be
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