Master thread on Bumble Foot?

[loofa]

I searched the stickies and I'm surprised that it seems like we don't have a primary information post about bumble foot. Am I missing something? I'll go read the many individual conversations, but hoping I'm missing a centralized information thread.

 

[FowlProtector]

It’s a good question! You're right that there's no dedicated, centralized sticky specifically for bumblefoot. While there are a lot of discussions and posts about it, they might be spread out across different threads. You’re not missing anything—there's definitely room for a comprehensive thread on it. If you’re dealing with bumblefoot or want to contribute your experiences, it might be helpful to start a post that gathers all the essential information in one place!
Let me know if you'd like help finding those individual threads or if you'd like any info on bumblefoot yourself.

Treating bumblefoot in ducks requires careful attention to cleaning, disinfecting, and possibly more intensive care depending on the severity. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you address bumblefoot in your duck:

1. Isolate the Affected Duck​

• Keep the duck in a separate, comfortable, and clean space to avoid further injury or spreading infection.

2. Clean the Foot​

• Warm Epsom salt soak: Soak the affected foot in warm water with Epsom salts for about 15–20 minutes to soften the area and help reduce swelling.
• Disinfect: After soaking, clean the foot thoroughly with antiseptic soap or Betadine (povidone-iodine) to remove any dirt or debris.

3. Examine the Foot​

• Check for any visible abscess or infection. Bumblefoot often causes a raised, scabbed, or swollen area on the footpad.
• If the abscess is noticeable and the duck’s foot is not severely inflamed, you can try to lance and drain the pus.

4. Lancing the Abscess (If Needed)​

• Prepare: Sterilize your tools (scalpel or sharp scissors) and wear gloves.
• Incision: Carefully make a small incision over the abscess to drain the pus. This helps reduce infection and pressure.
• Clean the wound: After draining, clean the area again with antiseptic.

5. Apply Antibiotics​

• After cleaning and draining, apply an antibiotic ointment (like Neosporin) to the affected area.
• If the infection is severe or widespread, consult a vet for oral antibiotics to treat the infection internally.

6. Bandaging​

• Gently bandage the foot to keep the wound clean and prevent further contamination. Ensure the bandage isn't too tight and changes are done regularly (every 1-2 days).
• You can wrap the bandage with a non-stick gauze pad or vet wrap to keep everything in place.

7. Pain Relief​

• If the duck seems to be in pain, you can consult your vet about possible pain relief options.

8. Monitor and Maintain Cleanliness​

• Keep the duck in a clean, dry area to avoid further irritation or injury. Make sure the bedding is clean and dry to prevent reinfection.
• Check the foot daily for signs of healing or any worsening condition.

9. Provide Proper Nutrition​

• Ensure your duck is getting proper nutrition, as a strong immune system can help fight infections.

This is research I found, and this is what I would do to my ducks.

 

[loofa]

Treating bumblefoot in ducks requires careful attention to cleaning, disinfecting, and possibly more intensive care depending on the severity. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you address bumblefoot in your duck:

1. Isolate the Affected Duck​

• Keep the duck in a separate, comfortable, and clean space to avoid further injury or spreading infection.

2. Clean the Foot​

• Warm Epsom salt soak: Soak the affected foot in warm water with Epsom salts for about 15–20 minutes to soften the area and help reduce swelling.
• Disinfect: After soaking, clean the foot thoroughly with antiseptic soap or Betadine (povidone-iodine) to remove any dirt or debris.

3. Examine the Foot​

• Check for any visible abscess or infection. Bumblefoot often causes a raised, scabbed, or swollen area on the footpad.
• If the abscess is noticeable and the duck’s foot is not severely inflamed, you can try to lance and drain the pus.

4. Lancing the Abscess (If Needed)​

• Prepare: Sterilize your tools (scalpel or sharp scissors) and wear gloves.
• Incision: Carefully make a small incision over the abscess to drain the pus. This helps reduce infection and pressure.
• Clean the wound: After draining, clean the area again with antiseptic.

5. Apply Antibiotics​

• After cleaning and draining, apply an antibiotic ointment (like Neosporin) to the affected area.
• If the infection is severe or widespread, consult a vet for oral antibiotics to treat the infection internally.

6. Bandaging​

• Gently bandage the foot to keep the wound clean and prevent further contamination. Ensure the bandage isn't too tight and changes are done regularly (every 1-2 days).
• You can wrap the bandage with a non-stick gauze pad or vet wrap to keep everything in place.

7. Pain Relief​

• If the duck seems to be in pain, you can consult your vet about possible pain relief options.

8. Monitor and Maintain Cleanliness​

• Keep the duck in a clean, dry area to avoid further irritation or injury. Make sure the bedding is clean and dry to prevent reinfection.
• Check the foot daily for signs of healing or any worsening condition.

9. Provide Proper Nutrition​

• Ensure your duck is getting proper nutrition, as a strong immune system can help fight infections.

omg, thank you so much! I so appreciate the step by step - wading through endless conversations trying to parse it out was confusing and exhausting.
I'm about to have a closer look at him (he's been having a bath first) and will likely return with questions.

 

[loofa]

Okay, I thought it was just his left leg that was hurt, but looking closely, I think he has bumbles on both feet. I'm new to bumbles, so confirmation would be great. Thing is, his left leg which is the one has been obviously hurting him, might have something else going on as well? It's very limp. As you can see in the leg photos, he can maintain straightening of his right leg, but his left leg just hangs off of my hand. It's completely limp.
@FowlProtector

Left Leg

Right leg

Bumble?

another bumble? you can't see it in the photo, but there is a very tiny like, "nick"

 

[casportpony]

I searched the stickies and I'm surprised that it seems like we don't have a primary information post about bumble foot. Am I missing something? I'll go read the many individual conversations, but hoping I'm missing a centralized information thread.

If you find one, let me know and I will add it to the sticky.

Okay, I thought it was just his left leg that was hurt, but looking closely, I think he has bumbles on both feet. I'm new to bumbles, so confirmation would be great. Thing is, his left leg which is the one has been obviously hurting him, might have something else going on as well? It's very limp. As you can see in the leg photos, he can maintain straightening of his right leg, but his left leg just hangs off of my hand. It's completely limp.
@FowlProtector

Left Leg

Right leg

Bumble?

another bumble? you can't see it in the photo, but there is a very tiny like, "nick"

I'm not seeing a bumble. Can you take a video of him walking?

 

[loofa]

If you find one, let me know and I will add it to the sticky.


I'm not seeing a bumble. Can you take a video of him walking?

Hmmmm, not bumbles? If that is the case I'm back to original thought which was that he had injured leg higher up. He's in a crate in the house now, just sitting (his complacency is highly unusual) so I cannot get a video of him walking, but I can tell you that he can barely walk at all and for the last couple of days only did so when stressed enough (like me approaching to catch him) - left leg is 90% non-functional. And often sits with it splayed out at odd angles.

Here is what I thought were bumbles, but I'm totally open to them not being.

 

[casportpony]

If you press on them, does he flinch more than when you press the joints in these toes?

 

[KathiQuacks]

Here is what I thought were bumbles, but I'm totally open to them not being.

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I don’t believe these are bumbles. Bumblefoot is when an injury on the foot becomes infected with bacteria. As it progresses, it’ll look swollen / calloused and will have a dark spot in the center.

I cannot help or advise on what’s actually happening, but casportpony is great help. @ruthhope and @Jenbirdee may be able to help as well.

 

[Jenbirdee]

It’s a good question! You're right that there's no dedicated, centralized sticky specifically for bumblefoot. While there are a lot of discussions and posts about it, they might be spread out across different threads. You’re not missing anything—there's definitely room for a comprehensive thread on it. If you’re dealing with bumblefoot or want to contribute your experiences, it might be helpful to start a post that gathers all the essential information in one place!
Let me know if you'd like help finding those individual threads or if you'd like any info on bumblefoot yourself.

Treating bumblefoot in ducks requires careful attention to cleaning, disinfecting, and possibly more intensive care depending on the severity. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you address bumblefoot in your duck:

1. Isolate the Affected Duck​

• Keep the duck in a separate, comfortable, and clean space to avoid further injury or spreading infection.

2. Clean the Foot​

• Warm Epsom salt soak: Soak the affected foot in warm water with Epsom salts for about 15–20 minutes to soften the area and help reduce swelling.
• Disinfect: After soaking, clean the foot thoroughly with antiseptic soap or Betadine (povidone-iodine) to remove any dirt or debris.

3. Examine the Foot​

• Check for any visible abscess or infection. Bumblefoot often causes a raised, scabbed, or swollen area on the footpad.
• If the abscess is noticeable and the duck’s foot is not severely inflamed, you can try to lance and drain the pus.

4. Lancing the Abscess (If Needed)​

• Prepare: Sterilize your tools (scalpel or sharp scissors) and wear gloves.
• Incision: Carefully make a small incision over the abscess to drain the pus. This helps reduce infection and pressure.
• Clean the wound: After draining, clean the area again with antiseptic.

5. Apply Antibiotics​

• After cleaning and draining, apply an antibiotic ointment (like Neosporin) to the affected area.
• If the infection is severe or widespread, consult a vet for oral antibiotics to treat the infection internally.

6. Bandaging​

• Gently bandage the foot to keep the wound clean and prevent further contamination. Ensure the bandage isn't too tight and changes are done regularly (every 1-2 days).
• You can wrap the bandage with a non-stick gauze pad or vet wrap to keep everything in place.

7. Pain Relief​

• If the duck seems to be in pain, you can consult your vet about possible pain relief options.

8. Monitor and Maintain Cleanliness​

• Keep the duck in a clean, dry area to avoid further irritation or injury. Make sure the bedding is clean and dry to prevent reinfection.
• Check the foot daily for signs of healing or any worsening condition.

9. Provide Proper Nutrition​

• Ensure your duck is getting proper nutrition, as a strong immune system can help fight infections.

Is this Gemini’s reply? There are a few things I would suggest though having experience that AI does not know. Would you please start adding a disclaimer to these AI copy and pasted posts? Something like , “ I asked Gemini ( or whatever other AI you are using) and this is what it said” And then paste the reply.

 

[loofa]

If you press on them, does he flinch more than when you press the joints in these toes?
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no, doesn't flinch much no matter where I palpate, all up and down foot and leg (he is very stoic)