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My bird has PFBD. Is chest trembling a normal sign or a symptom?

Updated On December 4th, 2025

Pet's info: Exotic | Unknown - Exotic | Female | 1 year and 3 months old

Cloudy has been diagnosed with PFBD. We really take extra care of her as she is adourable ! Lately she is showing signs of trembling of her chest while sitting which goes away usually when she starts moving. Is this normal or are thse signs related to PFBD ? Thanks.

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Answered By Jessica Desrosiers

Veterinary Technician

Published on December 2nd, 2017

PFBD can lead to secondary infections as it is a chronic virus. It is possible that there is something secondary underlying, such as a chest infection or something affecting the muscles/nerves that is causing the trembling you are seeing. I would bring it up with the vet that is currently treating Cloudy to see if they'd like to do any additional testing such as blood work or an X-ray to rule out secondary conditions.

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