My lovebird's toe is swollen and looks like a blister. What to do?

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Hope you are doing good I have two lovebirds When i bought them they were around 5 weeks old.One of them had a yellowish toe which was swollen as well.After a few weeks here in my house his toe/finger has worsened.The sweeling is even more its like a blister now near his nail.He moves around with great difficulty and keeps his toe up while sitting.Can you please guide me. Pet's info: Bird | Unknown - Bird | Male | unneutered | 5 months and 14 days old

Lauren Kennedy, DVM · Accepted Answer

I am concerned that your lovebird has an infection in the foot or in the joints of the foot. Sometimes if the infection becomes severe can spread into the bone which makes it very painful and more difficult heal. I would recommend taking your bird to be examined by your veterinarian. She may need to do x-rays to determine the extent of the infection and see if it has traveled into the bone. Your bird will likely need to be put on an antibiotic for a while to help clear up the infection as well. Your veterinarian can also prescribe pain medication so your lovebird can be more comfortable while the infection is healing. I hope this helps. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. Best of luck.

My lovebird's toe is swollen and looks like a blister. What to do?

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