new member from Darwin, Australia with a hernia question

[janewhiteaker]

Hi fellow chicken people

I recently hatched two chicks in a 3 egg incubator, one of the chicks has a hernia from its umbilicus where the egg sack was not absorbed properly. It is now day 4 and the chicks are both looking stronger and both eating and drinking. The ''hernia" looks dry and seems to be shrinking as it dries and hardens. Does anyone have experience with this please? I actually thought it may have died by now but it seems OK other than the lump. Thanks Jane

 

[pringle]

 

[4-H chicken mom]

and

from Ohio. So glad you joined. It does happen from time to time. Good luck with your chicks.

 

[b.hromada]

Hi Jane!

from S. Florida! Its great to have you here with us! You've got good info. from 4-H!!

 

[Germaine_11.20]

Hi and welcome. It will all depend on the chick. I have had some make it and some not. Most do though.

 

[janewhiteaker]

Thank you all for your warm welcome and advice. This is a great forum to join. The chick with the hernia seems stronger each day and is now competing for food with its mate, gotta be a good sign. Here's hoping it is a survivor! Cheers Jane

 

[duckyfromoz]

From down in Melbourne..Welcome to BYC and good luck with the chick..I have had it happen with a duckling too- and all ended well for that little guy.

 

[kyeschicks]

 

[Ehigh57]

Hello from GA!

 

[Backyard Hencam]

Welcome Jane, from California. Looks like you need some advice on the health of your chick. I think you should post your question on the medical or hatching topic. You'll get lots of help. Good luck!