Would worms cause a rooster's abdomen to be swollen

[tdgill]

anyone..

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[ChickensAreSweet]

http://msucares.com/poultry/diseases/disparas.htm

This might give you some info. while you wait for responses.

 

[tdgill]

thank you so much. I've read that page probably 3 times now. lol. but thanks so much just the same! oxox

 

[chkn]

Some kind of intestinal irritation which could include parasites?

 

[ChickensAreSweet]

Is he a meat bird? How old is he?

 

[tdgill]

no, not a meat bird. Black Copper Marans. 2 years old. rooster. Hadn't wormed or dusted either...so no doubt we have those issues. I hate learning the hard way. I shoulda had a book a long time ago.

 

[ChickensAreSweet]

Well, I'm out of ideas then- I was trying to rule out one of those rare diseases I read about- doesn't sound like that's what it is. *whew*

Yes, if it were me, I would treat with one of those pour ons that kill all external and internal parasites, maybe. And since he's a boy you don't have to worry about tossing the eggs for awhile.

But I really have no idea what's wrong with your guy. I hope he gets better!

I hope someone else will know the answer!

 

[chkn]

Give us an update after some treatments!

 

[RhodeIslandRedFan]

Is your rooster showing any other symptoms besides abdominal swelling? Is the swelling hard (tumor?) or soft and fluid-like? A swollen abdomen can be a sign of lymphoid leukosis, or could be fluid in the abdominal cavity (ascites) caused by a heart or other problem. Let us know if he has any other symptoms and maybe someone with more chicken experience than I will come along.

 

[tdgill]

my other post...
https://www.backyardchickens.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=425732

thank you guys...
he's the same but really hard between his legs and back towards vent. he's acting so so, not so bad for the way he feels underneath. I am going to have to do something