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What causes a hen to bleed and appear ill? How can I help her?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Hi My hen is ill She is bleeding

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Answered By Andrea M. Brodie, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on July 25th, 2018

Your hen may have coccidiosis, which is an intestinal parasite which causes this kind of bleeding. Ask your veterinarian for a medication against coccidiosis, such as amprolium. You may also be able to get it from your pharmacist over the counter in Pakistan and treat all your chickens.

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