Foot injury

[mbailey78]

I noticed a couple of days ago that my roosters foot has a big bump on it. It's definitely swelling and getting worse. I see him limping a bit and standing more on his good foot.
I thought maybe bumblefoot but can't find any scabs. A friend suggested an abscess. Either way I have no idea what it is or what to do about it.
He is a big beautiful easter egger named Thor. Any suggestions would be appreciated.
The pictures don't show how large the bump is and the pad is swollen.

Thank you
Melissa

 

[jennyf]

He is beautiful! Have you tried soaking in warm Epsom salts? That may help with bringing an abscess to the surface.

 

[mbailey78]

He is even more pretty now than in that picture. That pic is from last August and I didn't have an updated one on my phone.
I have a friend that mentioned the Epsom salt soak last night. Going to try it tonight after work. Thanks!

 

[mbailey78]

Did some foot surgery tonight and the corn kernel came out that people mentioned in the bumblefoot threads. Fingers crossed that he will be ok now.