Lump at base of Beak

[lisa9d]

I have 2 baby call ducks that have lumps at the base of their beak, above their nostril. Has anyone encountered anything like this? I can try and take a photo definitely. Also noticing their eyes are always wet looking.. not sure if Call ducks are different or more susceptible to infections or sicknesses? I ALWAYS worry!!! Thanks

 

[Amiga]

I don't have Calls, but ducks can get serious sinus infections. Do they have a way to rinse out their nares (nostrils) frequently? They can get stuff up in their sinuses if they cannot clear them with water.

@Amykins any insight?

 

[lisa9d]

They're ALWAYS in the water, I fill up their water probably 10 times a day, haha. Unfortunately the 2 that have the lumps are the two that had the bad feet, defects when they were hatched.

 

[Amiga]

Poor littles.

The swelling and watery eyes are what made me think of sinus infection - and their immune systems may just be a bit weak right now, so they could have picked up an infection.

A good duck vet is best, and it is not always possible. I hope someone familiar with Calls checks in. Have you posted on Da Cute and Cuddly Call Duck Thread?

 

[lisa9d]

Yah I didn't know if call ducks were different. I'm going to attach a photo here. Of course I've just given her a bath but the lump here may be visible. Tough to get a good photo!

 

[lisa9d]

 

[lisa9d]

His one eye was swollen then turned into a huge red bubble... That went away, I used polysporin eye drops.. But the lump near his beak, is the same as one other one has, same spot.