Looks like white mold on the comb?

[juliej1]

I have an Americana that for several weeks has had a white growth on her comb. It looks kind of fury, like a white mold? None of my other 12 chickens have it, and she seems to be acting healthy. I get eggs from her almost every day and she acts normal. I can't seem to find any information on this, any ideas? I'm wondering if it's something fungal? I live in Phoenix, AZ, so it's very dry here. I'd appreciate any help. Thank you.

 

[thechickonthehill]

I have noticed this same thing on the comb of my Buff Brahma hen. Does anyone have any idea what it is? I don't see it on any of my other chickens.

 

[gardenak]

I'm resurecting this thread because I spotted the same thing on my EE the other day and can't seem to find any info on what this might be, if it's harmful and how or if it should be treated.

 

[Aimless Farmer]

Sounds like "Favus", a fungal infection. An over the counter anti-fungal cream, such as for athelete's foot or vaginal yeast infection (Clotrimazol) can be used. The fungus can spread to you, so use gloves. My previous rooster had it, so I would go out at night, when everyone was sleeping, and apply the cream to his comb and wattles as best I could, even the areas that weren't white, as a preventative. Wasn't easy. I can't say I cured it, but it never seemed to spread or to be a problem.

Like all web-based health resources, if you look hard enough, you'll convince yourself that this is Dooms Day for your flock. I suppose if living/housing conditions are bad enough, it could spread and prove fatal (infect skin and lungs). My flock is practically free range (huge electric net fenced yard), so I wasn't overly concerned. I suppose if Elvis had been feeling poorly, in addition to the white dusting on his comb and wattles, I would have been more actively worried.

Good luck!

 

[gardenak]

Thanks, I'll give it a try. No one else seems to have it and Elizabeth is acting fine; well, normal for her. My coop & run aren't too big, but I do keep them clean, or at least as clean as I can- chickens are messy!

 

[BirdBrain]

My mom's rooster and a couple of hens had this. We treated with an OTC yeast medication and it went away. We treated morning and evening.