HELP lump on ducklings neck

[ajv5148]

I noticed tonight that one of my four ducklings has a decent size lump on the right side of his neck right at the base. They did just have a good snack of banana and lettuce, so maybe it's the crop? But only one of them has it. I'm worried it's a cyst or something. He didn't seem too fond of me touching it, but didn't scream or seem too in pain. I can try to post pictures tomorrow. Any help is much appreciated!!

 

[Amiga]

Are they getting chick grit yet? If not, hold off on the treats till they have had a chance to get something to "chew" with.

It is likely food stuck in there. Is the little one drinking? Pooping?

This can be helpful, long term.

https://www.backyardchickens.com/t/242460/the-ultimate-list-of-duck-treats-and-supplements

 

[ajv5148]

They have chick starter/grower available to them 24/7 I only give treats on occasions to vary their diet a little. He seemed to be eating and drinking fine. Plenty of poop when I changed the bedding but there's four of them in there.

 

[Amiga]

Keep an eye on them - please keep us posted...I need to turn in now (east coast U.S.)

 

[ajv5148]

I'm about to go to sleep myself, checked on them one last time. Swelling has seemed to go down. Hoping it was just the crop/overrate or drank. I'll see how it is in the morning

 

[Orca5094]

How is the duckling now? I'm thinking it was just a full crop as well, but wanted to check how it was doing today to be sure.

 

[ajv5148]

I checked all four individually and there didn't seem to be any lumps! I think it was just a full crop. Thanks for all the help!

 

[Orca5094]

No problem! Glad it was just a full crop.