1. Sep 3, 2014 #1
   

   John Deer Hatching

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   I have a hen that appears to be swollen and can't hardly walk. At first I thought maybe she had an egg stuck inside her that wouldn't come out. Is this possible? She walks about 2 steps and then lays down. And she wobbles when she walks. It is really a struggle for her? Any suggestions or ideas would be appreciated.

    
2. Sep 3, 2014 #2
   

   Judy Crowing Premium Member

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   If she's a mature hen, maybe 2 or 3 years. it really sounds like the picture of one who has internal laying, also called egg peritonitis, or else cancer of the reproductive system.
   
   Here's jut one thread, that with the links will give you a good understanding of the condition:
   
   https://www.backyardchickens.com/t/526089/egg-yolk-peritonitis/0_20

    

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