Swollen neck, glands, earlobes and wattle

[Silkiemom0309]

Could this be an insect sting?
You can try Benadryl and see if the swelling goes down.
If she is a bantam, give half a tablet

I doubt it could be an insect sting. Its been like this for 2 weeks now.
We don't have Benadryl in South Africa but it is an antihistamine/ allergy medication? Snowy is a Silkie, so should I try half a tablet as well?

 

[Eggcessive]

Diphenhydramine is the generic name for benadryl, a universal medicine for allergic reaction. Dosage is 2-4 mg for each 2.2 pounds of weight. You may find it in your pharmacy in 25 mg tablets or the children’s liquid. You could try it once to see if the ear swelling goes down. I am sorry that your silkie seems worse. Did you acidentally squeeze her crop when you picked her up or put her down? That can cause food and water to come back up into the throat and airway, and may cause respiratory problems. Is she eating and drinking okay?