What is this growth?

[ihavechicks]

I have a jersey giant rooster that has this growth on his abdomen. He also has toes that turn to the side on one foot. He is still eating but not as active as the other chicks. Does anyone know what this is and what should I do about it?

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[ihavechicks]

Here's another

 

[scrambled freud]

Alright, I'll bite: what does it feel like?
Hard, soft, how long has it been there, is it getting bigger over time?

 

[ihavechicks]

It is soft and squishy feeling. It hasn't been there long.

 

[scrambled freud]

Hernia.