Start of respiratory issue?

ambe0487

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Jul 6, 2015
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Urbandale, IA
I have a 8 week old chick that I noticed had some (possible) dried discharge on her nostril when I put her to bed tonight. I haven't noticed any additional symptoms of a respiratory issue but want to keep on top of this.

Our outdoor temps have dropped down into the 40's recently. They had been out in the yard for 4 hours today and it was quite windy so I wasn't sure if that could cause the possible drainage.

Is there something I can do to stop this before it gets to a point that I need antibiotics.

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I would just keep an eye on her for any sneezing, gasping, or eye/nasal drainage. They can get feed and water stuck to their beaks easily. You should see signs of lethargy and the above symptoms if there is a problem. Make sure you have dry beeding and good overhead ventilation without direct drafts. Antibiotics are not a good idea unless there is a bacterial infection. They don't work on viruses or fungal diseases. Most feed stores will not stock oral antibiotics after the end of 2016.
 

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