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My 14-day-old parrot has a yellow spot on its back. What is it?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Bird | Parakeet | Male

My 14 day old porrot got yellow dot on his back is it infection

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Answered By Todd Cecil

Veterinarian

Published on March 20th, 2020

This could be an infection or ingrown feather (feather cyst). Placing a warm compress on the lesion could allow an abscess to organize. A veterinary visit would be best to assess and provide a diagnostic/treatment plan. As young birds are very sensitive to medications, you should not apply any topical medications at this time until after a veterinary visit.

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