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My hen's beak is bleeding. What could be the cause and next steps?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

my hen is bleeding from beak

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Answered By Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on October 8th, 2019

This could be due to a trauma or possibly to a infection (respiratory or oral infection). A clinical examination at your local veterinarian is essential to confirm these clinical suspicions and treat appropriately. Antibiotics may be needed. Hope this answer was helpful, but please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further. If this answer was helpful please let us know, this will be used to improve our service!

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