LF Advice: Chick Vent Injury Treatment (*pics*)

[AlderCreekAK]

Hi All,
I am a new member and happy to have found this community to help ease into our first flock. We’ve had our chicks for about 2.5 weeks, and I’m seeking advice for a little RIR with a vent injury. I’ve tried a few different things, including gently rinsing with warm water and a dab of coconut oil. At first she seemed to have trouble pooping (loud peeping), but she doesn’t appear to be constipated. Does anyone have any advice on what I could do to help her healing along? She’s had the injury for about three days now. The pics are from today! She looks otherwise happy and cheerful. I’ve got my eye on her, for sure! Thanks so much for your help!

 

[AlderCreekAK]

I just wanted to write an update in case someone in the future has this same issue and finds this thread! I first tried coconut oil- I'm not sure if that helped at all! The woman at my feed store recommended sugar and we tried that last night! I added a little bit of warm water. There is still a scab there and the swelling seems to have gone down! I'll repeat the treatment tonight and be sure to update

 

[chrissynemetz]

How's your little chick doing now?

 

[AlderCreekAK]

How's your little chick doing now?

I think she's okay! She survived, but hasn't started laying just yet... Hopefully that will go well! I'll let her know that you asked after her Thanks!