{"source":"https://chickencoops.ai/data","license":"Free to cite with attribution to ChickenCoops.ai","retrieved_at":"2026-07-13T14:48:12.237Z","count":29,"diseases":[{"id":"d9f031dd-2531-459a-bb0f-833431aff739","slug":"anemia","name":"Anemia (Pale Comb)","aka":[],"cause_type":"metabolic","body_parts":["comb_wattles","general"],"symptoms":["Pale comb","Pale wattles","Lethargic / not moving","Weight loss","Weakness"],"severity":3,"emergency_level":"monitor","age_affected":"All ages","contagious":false,"summary":"Pale comb is a symptom, not a disease. Common drivers are heavy mites or lice (anemia from blood loss), internal worms, broody hens losing condition, or chronic disease.","treatment_md":"Find the root cause. Check under feathers for mites and lice and treat with permethrin. Run a fecal float for worms. Boost iron rich foods (cooked liver, leafy greens) and add a poultry vitamin supplement to water. If the bird does not respond in a week, see a vet.","prevention_md":"Regular mite checks, monthly dust bath access, fecal exams once or twice a year, and a balanced layer ration solve most chronic anemia.","recovery_days_min":null,"recovery_days_max":null,"reference_images":[{"url":"https://rkuxuvnnvagftvreefhm.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/public/disease-reference/anemia/1780364618618.png","caption":"AI illustration of Anemia (Pale Comb)","body_part":"comb_wattles"}],"sources":["https://poultrydvm.com/condition/anemia"],"faqs":[],"related_slugs":["external-mites-lice","worms-internal"],"created_at":"2026-06-02T01:31:47.198473+00:00","updated_at":"2026-06-02T01:43:40.054376+00:00"},{"id":"bbb0d93a-6381-4929-bf63-7631d0f2d44f","slug":"molt","name":"Annual Molt","aka":[],"cause_type":"metabolic","body_parts":["feathers_skin"],"symptoms":["Feather loss in patches","New pin feathers visible","Drop in egg production","Quiet behavior","Reduced appetite"],"severity":1,"emergency_level":"routine","age_affected":"Adult birds, usually annual in fall","contagious":false,"summary":"A normal annual feather replacement, usually in fall as daylight shortens. Birds look ragged, stop laying, and act subdued. Not an illness.","treatment_md":"Switch to a higher protein feed (20 percent or grower ration) until new feathers come in. Cut back on treats. Avoid handling, new pin feathers are tender. Lay resumes once feathering finishes.","prevention_md":"Molt is healthy and cannot be prevented. Support nutrition and keep stress low while it runs its course.","recovery_days_min":30,"recovery_days_max":90,"reference_images":[{"url":"https://rkuxuvnnvagftvreefhm.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/public/disease-reference/molt/1780364628119.png","caption":"AI illustration of Annual Molt","body_part":"feathers_skin"}],"sources":["https://www.thechickenchick.com/molting-chickens/"],"faqs":[],"related_slugs":[],"created_at":"2026-06-02T01:31:45.222937+00:00","updated_at":"2026-06-02T01:43:50.205325+00:00"},{"id":"1e8a2701-ff2c-4086-b4d3-5dab4a7d08db","slug":"aspergillosis","name":"Aspergillosis (Brooder Pneumonia)","aka":["Brooder Pneumonia"],"cause_type":"fungal","body_parts":["respiratory"],"symptoms":["Gasping / open mouth breathing","Wheezing / rattling breath","Lethargic / not moving","Not eating","Sudden death in chicks"],"severity":4,"emergency_level":"urgent","age_affected":"Chicks under 6 weeks, occasionally adults","contagious":false,"summary":"A fungal lung infection from inhaled Aspergillus mold spores in damp bedding or moldy feed. Often hits chicks in brooders. No discharge, unlike bacterial respiratory disease.","treatment_md":"Remove the moldy source immediately and clean the brooder. Move surviving birds to fresh, dry bedding. Antifungals exist but treatment is hard. Supportive care: warmth, hydration, nutrition. Severely affected birds rarely recover.","prevention_md":"Keep bedding bone dry. Throw out musty or clumped feed. Never use moldy hay or straw. Clean brooders between batches. Avoid wood shavings that are damp or dusty.","recovery_days_min":null,"recovery_days_max":null,"reference_images":[{"url":"https://rkuxuvnnvagftvreefhm.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/public/disease-reference/aspergillosis/1780364638886.png","caption":"AI illustration of Aspergillosis (Brooder Pneumonia)","body_part":"respiratory"}],"sources":["https://poultrydvm.com/condition/aspergillosis"],"faqs":[],"related_slugs":[],"created_at":"2026-06-02T01:31:32.617449+00:00","updated_at":"2026-06-02T01:44:00.973724+00:00"},{"id":"3375e90f-0690-4e96-8855-18694f994cbf","slug":"avian-influenza","name":"Avian Influenza (HPAI)","aka":["Bird Flu","HPAI","AI"],"cause_type":"viral","body_parts":["respiratory","neurological","general","comb_wattles"],"symptoms":["Sudden death","Dark or purple comb","Swollen head","Gasping / open mouth breathing","Twisted neck / star gazing","Greenish watery diarrhea","Drop in egg production"],"severity":5,"emergency_level":"reportable","age_affected":"All ages","contagious":true,"summary":"Highly pathogenic avian influenza is a reportable disease that can wipe out a flock in 48 hours. Dark combs, swollen heads, and sudden death are red flags. Report immediately.","treatment_md":"There is no treatment. Call your state vet or USDA APHIS at the first suspicion (1-866-536-7593 in the US). Do not move birds, eggs, or equipment off the property. Federal teams will guide depopulation and cleaning.","prevention_md":"Keep your flock away from wild waterfowl. Cover runs near ponds or migration paths. Disinfect boots and tools. Quarantine any bird returning from shows or sales for 30 days. Watch outbreak alerts in your county.","recovery_days_min":null,"recovery_days_max":null,"reference_images":[{"url":"https://rkuxuvnnvagftvreefhm.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/public/disease-reference/avian-influenza/1780364649123.png","caption":"AI illustration of Avian Influenza (HPAI)","body_part":"respiratory"}],"sources":["https://www.aphis.usda.gov/livestock-poultry-disease/avian/avian-influenza"],"faqs":[],"related_slugs":["newcastle-disease"],"created_at":"2026-06-02T01:31:31.939659+00:00","updated_at":"2026-06-02T01:44:11.119067+00:00"},{"id":"391f4c7e-0da7-448a-b31c-17b844768fbf","slug":"botulism","name":"Botulism (Limberneck)","aka":[],"cause_type":"bacterial","body_parts":["neurological","feet_legs"],"symptoms":["Limp paralysis from feet up","Drooping eyelids","Loose neck","Lethargic / not moving","Sudden death"],"severity":5,"emergency_level":"emergency","age_affected":"All ages","contagious":false,"summary":"Paralysis caused by a toxin from Clostridium botulinum, usually picked up by eating decaying animal matter or wet rotting feed. Limp paralysis that creeps up the body is classic.","treatment_md":"Remove the source immediately. Flush the gut with activated charcoal or molasses water (1 cup molasses per gallon, once). Keep the bird warm, quiet, and hydrated. Antitoxin exists but is rarely available for chickens. Mild cases can recover in 1 to 3 days.","prevention_md":"Remove animal carcasses (mice, dead chicks) from the coop and run. Do not let feed get wet and moldy. Cover ponds and standing water that can host dead aquatic life.","recovery_days_min":null,"recovery_days_max":null,"reference_images":[{"url":"https://rkuxuvnnvagftvreefhm.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/public/disease-reference/botulism/1780364659104.png","caption":"AI illustration of Botulism (Limberneck)","body_part":"neurological"}],"sources":["https://poultrydvm.com/condition/botulism"],"faqs":[],"related_slugs":["wry-neck","mareks-disease"],"created_at":"2026-06-02T01:31:41.904592+00:00","updated_at":"2026-06-02T01:44:20.726409+00:00"},{"id":"5f980d6e-a961-4dda-afea-32d5d5d9beef","slug":"bumblefoot","name":"Bumblefoot","aka":["Pododermatitis"],"cause_type":"bacterial","body_parts":["feet_legs","wounds"],"symptoms":["Black scab on foot pad","Swollen foot or toe","Limping / leg weakness","Hot or red foot","Reluctant to walk"],"severity":3,"emergency_level":"monitor","age_affected":"Adults, heavy breeds at higher risk","contagious":false,"summary":"A staph infection that enters through a cut or pressure sore on the foot pad. A black scab is the calling card. Easy to treat early, ugly if left.","treatment_md":"Soak the foot in warm Epsom salt for 15 to 20 minutes daily. With clean tools, gently remove the scab and the hard plug underneath. Pack with antibiotic ointment, bandage with vet wrap, and change daily. Severe cases need a vet. Lower the roost height to reduce jump impact.","prevention_md":"Sand or smooth rough roosts. Keep roost height under 18 inches for heavy breeds. Check feet weekly. Keep the run free of sharp objects.","recovery_days_min":10,"recovery_days_max":28,"reference_images":[{"url":"https://rkuxuvnnvagftvreefhm.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/public/disease-reference/bumblefoot/1780364668612.png","caption":"AI illustration of Bumblefoot","body_part":"feet_legs"}],"sources":["https://poultrydvm.com/condition/bumblefoot","https://www.thechickenchick.com/bumblefoot-causes-prevention-treatment/"],"faqs":[],"related_slugs":["scaly-leg-mites"],"created_at":"2026-06-02T01:31:39.275526+00:00","updated_at":"2026-06-02T01:44:30.071628+00:00"},{"id":"cb2c7cea-e304-4af5-a96f-f4b40b4dbd23","slug":"cannibalism-pecking","name":"Cannibalism and Feather Pecking","aka":[],"cause_type":"behavioral","body_parts":["wounds","behavior","feathers_skin"],"symptoms":["Bleeding wound","Bare patches from pecking","Bullied / hiding","Bleeding vent","Weight loss"],"severity":3,"emergency_level":"urgent","age_affected":"Any age, worst in tight confinement","contagious":false,"summary":"Once chickens see blood they will not stop. Triggers include overcrowding, boredom, protein deficiency, or a sick bird singled out by the flock. Isolate any bleeding bird immediately.","treatment_md":"Isolate the injured bird. Clean wounds with saline, dab with blue kote or anti pick spray. Do not return until healed. For the rest of the flock, add space, distractions (cabbage on a string, perches), and check protein levels (should be at least 16 percent layer feed).","prevention_md":"Give 4 square feet of coop and 10 square feet of run per adult bird. Provide multiple feeders and waterers. Add perches and dust baths. Avoid red bulbs in winter (red looks like blood). Trim sharp beak tips only when other fixes fail.","recovery_days_min":null,"recovery_days_max":null,"reference_images":[{"url":"https://rkuxuvnnvagftvreefhm.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/public/disease-reference/cannibalism-pecking/1780364677796.png","caption":"AI illustration of Cannibalism and Feather Pecking","body_part":"wounds"}],"sources":["https://www.thechickenchick.com/feather-pecking-cannibalism-causes/"],"faqs":[],"related_slugs":["prolapse"],"created_at":"2026-06-02T01:31:44.555792+00:00","updated_at":"2026-06-02T01:44:39.398108+00:00"},{"id":"2eaa75da-7589-4731-aabd-36b44009944b","slug":"coccidiosis","name":"Coccidiosis","aka":[],"cause_type":"parasite","body_parts":["droppings","general"],"symptoms":["Bloody droppings","Mucousy droppings","Lethargic / not moving","Ruffled feathers","Pale comb","Not eating","Weight loss"],"severity":4,"emergency_level":"urgent","age_affected":"Chicks 3 to 8 weeks most at risk","contagious":true,"summary":"A protozoal gut infection that destroys intestinal lining. Bloody or mucousy droppings in a young chick are nearly always coccidiosis. Fatal if untreated.","treatment_md":"Treat the whole flock with amprolium (Corid) in the drinking water for 5 to 7 days. Do not give B vitamins during Corid treatment, they cancel it out. Once finished, follow with probiotics and vitamins to rebuild the gut. Move birds to clean dry ground.","prevention_md":"Keep brooders and runs dry, the parasite needs moisture to thrive. Use medicated chick starter unless you have vaccinated chicks. Clean waterers daily. Rotate runs. Do not overcrowd young birds.","recovery_days_min":5,"recovery_days_max":10,"reference_images":[{"url":"https://rkuxuvnnvagftvreefhm.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/public/disease-reference/coccidiosis/1780364688828.png","caption":"AI illustration of Coccidiosis","body_part":"droppings"}],"sources":["https://poultrydvm.com/condition/coccidiosis","https://www.merckvetmanual.com/poultry/coccidiosis/coccidiosis-in-poultry"],"faqs":[],"related_slugs":["worms-internal"],"created_at":"2026-06-02T01:31:33.29607+00:00","updated_at":"2026-06-02T01:44:49.635969+00:00"},{"id":"7cd6ce2d-ea7e-483b-bc0b-6aacee660701","slug":"egg-binding","name":"Egg Binding","aka":[],"cause_type":"metabolic","body_parts":["reproductive"],"symptoms":["Straining to lay","Tail pumping","Walking penguin like","Lethargic / not moving","Not eating","Pale comb"],"severity":4,"emergency_level":"urgent","age_affected":"Adult hens, especially first time layers","contagious":false,"summary":"An egg gets stuck inside the hen. She strains, walks upright like a penguin, and stops eating. Untreated egg binding past 24 hours is often fatal.","treatment_md":"Soak the hen in a warm Epsom salt bath for 20 minutes. Dry, then warm her in a quiet box. Lubricate the vent with KY jelly or vegetable oil. Give a calcium boost (crushed Tums or liquid calcium). If she has not laid in 6 hours, call a vet.","prevention_md":"Feed a balanced layer ration with oyster shell free choice. Avoid sudden lighting changes that trigger early or oversized eggs. Manage weight, obesity is a major risk factor.","recovery_days_min":null,"recovery_days_max":null,"reference_images":[{"url":"https://rkuxuvnnvagftvreefhm.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/public/disease-reference/egg-binding/1780364697430.png","caption":"AI illustration of Egg Binding","body_part":"reproductive"}],"sources":["https://poultrydvm.com/condition/egg-bound"],"faqs":[],"related_slugs":["egg-yolk-peritonitis","prolapse"],"created_at":"2026-06-02T01:31:36.607529+00:00","updated_at":"2026-06-02T01:44:58.894535+00:00"},{"id":"e526d876-140d-4fb8-9ca6-ec0caa42dc48","slug":"egg-yolk-peritonitis","name":"Egg Yolk Peritonitis","aka":["EYP","Internal Laying"],"cause_type":"bacterial","body_parts":["reproductive","general"],"symptoms":["Swollen or water belly","Waddling like a duck","Lethargic / not moving","Not eating","Pale comb","Tail held down"],"severity":5,"emergency_level":"emergency","age_affected":"Adult hens, common in heavy layers","contagious":false,"summary":"Yolk material misses the oviduct and drops into the abdomen, triggering infection. The hen develops a swollen belly and waddles. Often fatal even with treatment.","treatment_md":"This needs a vet. Antibiotics, anti inflammatories, and sometimes belly drainage may buy time. Hormone implants can shut down laying in valued pets. Without veterinary care, prognosis is poor.","prevention_md":"Manage weight in production breeds. Avoid year round artificial lighting that pushes constant laying. Consider hormone implants in pet hens prone to reproductive disease.","recovery_days_min":null,"recovery_days_max":null,"reference_images":[{"url":"https://rkuxuvnnvagftvreefhm.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/public/disease-reference/egg-yolk-peritonitis/1780364707410.png","caption":"AI illustration of Egg Yolk Peritonitis","body_part":"reproductive"}],"sources":["https://poultrydvm.com/condition/egg-yolk-peritonitis"],"faqs":[],"related_slugs":["egg-binding"],"created_at":"2026-06-02T01:31:37.281994+00:00","updated_at":"2026-06-02T01:45:09.041294+00:00"},{"id":"a54f4d05-41d6-4ec0-b0b9-8e2794edeba5","slug":"external-mites-lice","name":"External Mites and Lice","aka":[],"cause_type":"parasite","body_parts":["feathers_skin","comb_wattles"],"symptoms":["Mites / lice visible","Feather damage or bald patches","Pale comb","Restless at night","Drop in egg production","Weight loss"],"severity":3,"emergency_level":"monitor","age_affected":"All ages","contagious":true,"summary":"Lice live on the bird, mites often live in the coop and feed at night. Heavy loads cause anemia (pale comb), feather damage, and a stressed flock that stops laying.","treatment_md":"Dust each bird with permethrin powder (avoid the face). Repeat in 7 to 10 days. Strip and burn or deep clean the coop, paying attention to roost ends and cracks. Permethrin the coop too. Permethrin has zero egg withdrawal in most regions, but verify locally.","prevention_md":"Provide a dust bath with dry dirt, sand, wood ash, and a sprinkle of DE. Inspect under wings and around the vent monthly. Clean the coop seasonally and treat roosts with permethrin once a year.","recovery_days_min":7,"recovery_days_max":21,"reference_images":[{"url":"https://rkuxuvnnvagftvreefhm.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/public/disease-reference/external-mites-lice/1780364716534.png","caption":"AI illustration of External Mites and Lice","body_part":"feathers_skin"}],"sources":["https://poultrydvm.com/condition/lice","https://poultrydvm.com/condition/red-mites"],"faqs":[],"related_slugs":["scaly-leg-mites"],"created_at":"2026-06-02T01:31:42.569227+00:00","updated_at":"2026-06-02T01:45:17.937302+00:00"},{"id":"1538e95c-fcdc-4efd-a501-e7b8d2e1e116","slug":"fowl-pox","name":"Fowl Pox","aka":[],"cause_type":"viral","body_parts":["comb_wattles","respiratory"],"symptoms":["Wart like scabs on comb or wattles","Scabs on featherless skin","Drop in egg production","Trouble breathing (wet form)","Yellow lesions in mouth (wet form)"],"severity":3,"emergency_level":"monitor","age_affected":"All ages","contagious":true,"summary":"A slow spreading virus carried by mosquitoes. Dry form (scabs on comb and wattles) usually heals on its own in 3 to 4 weeks. Wet form (mouth and throat lesions) is dangerous.","treatment_md":"Dry form: keep birds comfortable, dab scabs with iodine, isolate to slow spread. Wet form needs vet attention, the lesions can block the airway. There is no antiviral, just supportive care plus vaccination of unaffected flockmates if an outbreak is starting.","prevention_md":"Mosquito control around the coop. Vaccinate in regions where pox is endemic. Quarantine new birds.","recovery_days_min":14,"recovery_days_max":28,"reference_images":[{"url":"https://rkuxuvnnvagftvreefhm.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/public/disease-reference/fowl-pox/1780364725482.png","caption":"AI illustration of Fowl Pox","body_part":"comb_wattles"}],"sources":["https://poultrydvm.com/condition/fowl-pox"],"faqs":[],"related_slugs":[],"created_at":"2026-06-02T01:31:43.235101+00:00","updated_at":"2026-06-02T01:45:27.306841+00:00"},{"id":"e22ae777-a9e5-4797-9542-775bceb9c60b","slug":"frostbite","name":"Frostbite","aka":[],"cause_type":"environmental","body_parts":["comb_wattles","feet_legs"],"symptoms":["Black or gray tips on comb or wattles","Swollen comb or wattles","Blisters on comb","Limping / leg weakness","Dark or peeling toes"],"severity":2,"emergency_level":"monitor","age_affected":"All ages, large combed breeds at risk","contagious":false,"summary":"Cold and humidity damage exposed tissue. Tips of large combs and wattles go black or gray. Wet bedding plus cold makes it much worse than dry cold alone.","treatment_md":"Move the bird somewhere warm but do not rub or rapidly warm frozen tissue. Apply petroleum jelly or a non irritating balm. Damaged tips often fall off, that is normal. Keep watch for infection. A vet visit is wise if feet are badly affected.","prevention_md":"Ventilate the coop well but block drafts at roost level. Dry bedding is more important than insulation. Apply petroleum jelly to large combs before deep cold snaps. Provide a wide flat roost so feet stay covered.","recovery_days_min":null,"recovery_days_max":null,"reference_images":[{"url":"https://rkuxuvnnvagftvreefhm.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/public/disease-reference/frostbite/1780364735881.png","caption":"AI illustration of Frostbite","body_part":"comb_wattles"}],"sources":["https://poultrydvm.com/condition/frostbite"],"faqs":[],"related_slugs":[],"created_at":"2026-06-02T01:31:43.893414+00:00","updated_at":"2026-06-02T01:45:37.418791+00:00"},{"id":"64ec3c1d-d1e9-4a5b-8bca-481f7662a784","slug":"heat-stress","name":"Heat Stress","aka":[],"cause_type":"environmental","body_parts":["respiratory","behavior","general"],"symptoms":["Panting / open mouth breathing","Wings held away from body","Pale comb","Lethargic / not moving","Drop in egg production","Sudden death"],"severity":4,"emergency_level":"urgent","age_affected":"All ages, heavy breeds at risk","contagious":false,"summary":"Chickens cannot sweat. Above 90 F they pant and dump heat through their comb. Heavy birds, dark feathered birds, and those with large fluffy bodies are most at risk.","treatment_md":"Move the bird to deep shade or air conditioning. Dip feet in cool (not cold) water. Offer cool electrolyte water. For severe cases, mist the bird gently. Do not submerge a heat stroked bird in ice water, the shock can kill her.","prevention_md":"Provide deep shade. Add ice blocks to waterers. Offer frozen treats (watermelon, peas). Use shallow pans of cool water for foot dips. Run a fan in the coop. Ventilate the roost area.","recovery_days_min":null,"recovery_days_max":null,"reference_images":[{"url":"https://rkuxuvnnvagftvreefhm.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/public/disease-reference/heat-stress/1780364746326.png","caption":"AI illustration of Heat Stress","body_part":"respiratory"}],"sources":["https://poultrydvm.com/condition/heat-stress"],"faqs":[],"related_slugs":[],"created_at":"2026-06-02T01:31:45.881044+00:00","updated_at":"2026-06-02T01:45:48.70523+00:00"},{"id":"5184eb1a-0475-45ba-8afd-11cbfa5ad225","slug":"impacted-crop","name":"Impacted Crop","aka":[],"cause_type":"metabolic","body_parts":["crop"],"symptoms":["Hard distended crop","Crop does not empty overnight","Lethargic / not moving","Not eating","Weight loss"],"severity":3,"emergency_level":"urgent","age_affected":"Any age","contagious":false,"summary":"A blockage of fibrous material (long grass, straw, bedding) jams the crop so food cannot pass. The crop stays full and firm by morning instead of empty.","treatment_md":"Withhold food 12 hours, water always available. Offer a teaspoon of olive oil and massage the crop gently for several minutes, several times a day. Soft moist mash once the blockage breaks down. Vet surgery may be needed if it does not clear in 48 hours.","prevention_md":"Cut long grass short. Offer free choice grit. Do not let birds gorge on long bedding. Keep feed clean and dry.","recovery_days_min":2,"recovery_days_max":7,"reference_images":[{"url":"https://rkuxuvnnvagftvreefhm.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/public/disease-reference/impacted-crop/1780364756336.png","caption":"AI illustration of Impacted Crop","body_part":"crop"}],"sources":["https://poultrydvm.com/condition/impacted-crop"],"faqs":[],"related_slugs":["sour-crop"],"created_at":"2026-06-02T01:31:35.286875+00:00","updated_at":"2026-06-02T01:45:56.988241+00:00"},{"id":"75dde732-2d71-4784-b8fa-0b92351b5af5","slug":"infectious-bronchitis","name":"Infectious Bronchitis (IB)","aka":[],"cause_type":"viral","body_parts":["respiratory","reproductive"],"symptoms":["Sneezing / coughing","Wheezing / rattling breath","Watery eyes","Drop in egg production","Soft or wrinkled egg shells","Lethargic / not moving"],"severity":3,"emergency_level":"monitor","age_affected":"All ages, chicks hit hardest","contagious":true,"summary":"A very contagious coronavirus of chickens that causes mild respiratory signs in adults and lasting damage to the egg making system, soft or misshapen eggs are a giveaway.","treatment_md":"No antiviral cure. Supportive care only: warmth, hydration, electrolytes, vitamins, and clean dry bedding. Watch for secondary bacterial infections, those need vet treatment. Most adult birds recover in 2 weeks, chicks can die from suffocation.","prevention_md":"Vaccinate in high risk areas (talk to a local poultry vet). Strict quarantine on new birds. Disinfect equipment, the virus spreads on boots and hands. Maintain good ventilation without drafts.","recovery_days_min":7,"recovery_days_max":21,"reference_images":[{"url":"https://rkuxuvnnvagftvreefhm.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/public/disease-reference/infectious-bronchitis/1780364766582.png","caption":"AI illustration of Infectious Bronchitis (IB)","body_part":"respiratory"}],"sources":["https://www.merckvetmanual.com/poultry/respiratory-diseases/infectious-bronchitis-in-poultry"],"faqs":[],"related_slugs":["mycoplasma-mg","infectious-coryza","newcastle-disease"],"created_at":"2026-06-02T01:31:29.895378+00:00","updated_at":"2026-06-02T01:46:07.202396+00:00"},{"id":"24839f46-91ec-4ddb-8f20-dd6bd9af43bc","slug":"infectious-coryza","name":"Infectious Coryza","aka":["Coryza","Haemophilus paragallinarum"],"cause_type":"bacterial","body_parts":["respiratory","eyes","comb_wattles"],"symptoms":["Swollen face or wattles","Discharge from eyes or nostrils","Sneezing / coughing","Foul-smelling discharge","One-sided facial swelling","Lethargic / not moving"],"severity":4,"emergency_level":"urgent","age_affected":"Adults more than chicks","contagious":true,"summary":"A fast-spreading bacterial respiratory infection that causes swollen faces, smelly discharge, and one-sided sinus swelling. Recovered birds often stay lifetime carriers.","treatment_md":"Isolate the affected bird immediately. Most cases need antibiotics from a vet (sulfa drugs, tetracyclines, or erythromycin are common choices). Keep the bird warm, dry, and well hydrated. Clean nostrils with warm saline if crusted. Do not introduce recovered birds into a clean flock, they remain carriers.","prevention_md":"Quarantine all new birds for at least 30 days. Keep the coop dry and well ventilated. Disinfect feeders and waterers weekly. Do not mix flocks at swaps or shows without a quarantine. Cull or permanently isolate recovered carriers if you want to keep the rest of the flock clean.","recovery_days_min":14,"recovery_days_max":30,"reference_images":[{"url":"https://rkuxuvnnvagftvreefhm.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/public/disease-reference/infectious-coryza/1780364777258.png","caption":"AI illustration of Infectious Coryza","body_part":"respiratory"}],"sources":["https://poultrydvm.com/condition/infectious-coryza","https://www.merckvetmanual.com/poultry/respiratory-diseases/infectious-coryza-in-chickens"],"faqs":[],"related_slugs":["mycoplasma-mg","infectious-bronchitis"],"created_at":"2026-06-02T01:31:28.169651+00:00","updated_at":"2026-06-02T01:46:19.295244+00:00"},{"id":"279ad468-63cb-44e8-b365-fc2dc5f22e1d","slug":"infectious-laryngotracheitis","name":"Infectious Laryngotracheitis (ILT)","aka":["ILT","Avian Herpesvirus 1"],"cause_type":"viral","body_parts":["respiratory"],"symptoms":["Gasping / open mouth breathing","Head stretching to breathe","Bloody mucus or coughing blood","Wheezing / rattling breath","Eye discharge","Sudden death"],"severity":5,"emergency_level":"emergency","age_affected":"Mainly adult birds","contagious":true,"summary":"A severe herpesvirus that attacks the windpipe. Classic signs are gasping, neck stretching, and coughing up bloody mucus. Often fatal. Survivors stay lifetime carriers.","treatment_md":"Call a vet immediately. There is no specific antiviral. Supportive care, warm, humid, low stress environment, separate sick birds. Vaccination of unaffected flockmates can slow spread but must be vet directed. Be ready for losses.","prevention_md":"Strict biosecurity. Do not visit other flocks during outbreaks. Vaccinate in high risk regions. Quarantine recovered birds for life, they shed the virus when stressed. Cull severely affected birds humanely to reduce flock suffering.","recovery_days_min":null,"recovery_days_max":null,"reference_images":[{"url":"https://rkuxuvnnvagftvreefhm.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/public/disease-reference/infectious-laryngotracheitis/1780364786620.png","caption":"AI illustration of Infectious Laryngotracheitis (ILT)","body_part":"respiratory"}],"sources":["https://www.merckvetmanual.com/poultry/respiratory-diseases/infectious-laryngotracheitis-in-poultry"],"faqs":[],"related_slugs":["newcastle-disease","avian-influenza"],"created_at":"2026-06-02T01:31:30.585605+00:00","updated_at":"2026-06-02T01:46:28.382046+00:00"},{"id":"182e775a-8b07-44b3-9473-1d7a8e4d9939","slug":"worms-internal","name":"Internal Worms (Roundworms, Capillary, Cecal)","aka":["Helminths"],"cause_type":"parasite","body_parts":["droppings","general"],"symptoms":["Weight loss","Pale comb","Diarrhea","Drop in egg production","Visible worms in droppings","Lethargic / not moving"],"severity":2,"emergency_level":"monitor","age_affected":"Free range adults","contagious":true,"summary":"Common internal parasites that steal nutrients and cause weight loss, pale combs, and droppy lay. Most free range flocks have a low level burden, problems start when it gets out of hand.","treatment_md":"A vet should ideally run a fecal float to confirm the worm type. Common treatments include fenbendazole (Safe-Guard) or levamisole. Follow egg withdrawal periods. Repeat in 10 to 14 days to catch newly hatched worms.","prevention_md":"Rotate the run if you can. Keep the coop dry. Avoid feeding off the ground in wet weather. A fecal test once or twice a year is worth more than blind deworming.","recovery_days_min":7,"recovery_days_max":21,"reference_images":[{"url":"https://rkuxuvnnvagftvreefhm.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/public/disease-reference/worms-internal/1780364796127.png","caption":"AI illustration of Internal Worms (Roundworms, Capillary, Cecal)","body_part":"droppings"}],"sources":["https://poultrydvm.com/condition/worms"],"faqs":[],"related_slugs":["coccidiosis"],"created_at":"2026-06-02T01:31:33.956654+00:00","updated_at":"2026-06-02T01:46:39.588873+00:00"},{"id":"0ee23700-89db-4d68-80ac-4a13f32e5b25","slug":"mareks-disease","name":"Marek's Disease","aka":[],"cause_type":"viral","body_parts":["neurological","feet_legs","general"],"symptoms":["Leg paralysis (one leg forward one back)","Wing droop","Weight loss","Cloudy or gray eye","Lethargic / not moving","Sudden death"],"severity":5,"emergency_level":"urgent","age_affected":"Birds 12 to 30 weeks most often","contagious":true,"summary":"A herpesvirus that causes paralysis (classic split leg posture), tumors, and a gray eye. No cure. Survivors stay lifetime carriers. Vaccinate chicks at hatch to prevent it.","treatment_md":"There is no cure. Affected birds should be isolated and humanely culled in most cases. Supportive care can extend life for pet birds but the disease progresses.","prevention_md":"Vaccinate day old chicks at the hatchery. Buy only vaccinated stock. Strict biosecurity, the virus survives in coop dust for months. Quarantine new birds 30 days minimum.","recovery_days_min":null,"recovery_days_max":null,"reference_images":[{"url":"https://rkuxuvnnvagftvreefhm.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/public/disease-reference/mareks-disease/1780364807513.png","caption":"AI illustration of Marek's Disease","body_part":"neurological"}],"sources":["https://www.merckvetmanual.com/poultry/neoplasms/mareks-disease-in-poultry"],"faqs":[],"related_slugs":["wry-neck","botulism"],"created_at":"2026-06-02T01:31:40.587398+00:00","updated_at":"2026-06-02T01:46:48.896795+00:00"},{"id":"f40b5dbf-3558-4387-acd5-1c4b2d23dbf9","slug":"mycoplasma-mg","name":"Mycoplasma Gallisepticum (MG)","aka":["MG","Chronic Respiratory Disease","CRD"],"cause_type":"bacterial","body_parts":["respiratory","eyes"],"symptoms":["Sneezing / coughing","Wheezing / rattling breath","Foamy or bubbly eyes","Discharge from eyes or nostrils","Swollen sinuses","Drop in egg production"],"severity":3,"emergency_level":"urgent","age_affected":"All ages, often chronic in adults","contagious":true,"summary":"A slow-burning bacterial respiratory disease that produces classic foamy eyes and a rattling chest. Birds carry it for life and shed it under stress.","treatment_md":"Isolate sick birds. A vet may prescribe tylosin or tetracycline based antibiotics. Improve ventilation and reduce ammonia. Add vitamins and electrolytes to the water. Recovered birds remain lifetime carriers, plan accordingly.","prevention_md":"Buy only MG-clean stock from NPIP certified breeders. Quarantine new birds 30 days. Keep stress low (overcrowding, cold drafts, sudden diet changes trigger flare ups). Do not hatch eggs from known carriers.","recovery_days_min":10,"recovery_days_max":21,"reference_images":[{"url":"https://rkuxuvnnvagftvreefhm.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/public/disease-reference/mycoplasma-mg/1780364816409.png","caption":"AI illustration of Mycoplasma Gallisepticum (MG)","body_part":"respiratory"}],"sources":["https://poultrydvm.com/condition/mycoplasma-gallisepticum"],"faqs":[],"related_slugs":["infectious-coryza","infectious-bronchitis"],"created_at":"2026-06-02T01:31:29.084059+00:00","updated_at":"2026-06-02T01:46:57.319617+00:00"},{"id":"3cddf8c0-6583-49c4-ac66-528b8245af8b","slug":"newcastle-disease","name":"Newcastle Disease","aka":["ND","Avian Paramyxovirus"],"cause_type":"viral","body_parts":["respiratory","neurological","general"],"symptoms":["Sudden death","Twisted neck / star gazing","Paralysis","Greenish watery diarrhea","Gasping / open mouth breathing","Drop in egg production"],"severity":5,"emergency_level":"reportable","age_affected":"All ages","contagious":true,"summary":"A reportable viral disease with respiratory, digestive, and neurological signs. Virulent strains kill flocks fast. Contact your state vet or USDA APHIS at the first suspicion.","treatment_md":"There is no cure. Report the suspicion to your state veterinarian or APHIS (1-866-536-7593 in the US). Quarantine the property. Supportive care only while you wait for guidance.","prevention_md":"Practice strict biosecurity. Avoid contact with wild birds. Use dedicated boots and clothing in the coop. Vaccination programs exist in commercial flocks. Quarantine all new birds and any returning from shows.","recovery_days_min":null,"recovery_days_max":null,"reference_images":[{"url":"https://rkuxuvnnvagftvreefhm.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/public/disease-reference/newcastle-disease/1780364854279.png","caption":"AI illustration of Newcastle Disease","body_part":"respiratory"}],"sources":["https://www.merckvetmanual.com/poultry/newcastle-disease-and-other-paramyxovirus-infections/newcastle-disease-in-poultry"],"faqs":[],"related_slugs":["avian-influenza","infectious-laryngotracheitis"],"created_at":"2026-06-02T01:31:31.270802+00:00","updated_at":"2026-06-02T01:47:35.900039+00:00"},{"id":"0d10039b-5d9b-4374-ac60-eb026ec95d72","slug":"predator-wound","name":"Predator Wound","aka":[],"cause_type":"injury","body_parts":["wounds"],"symptoms":["Bleeding wound","Torn skin or feathers","Limping / leg weakness","Shock or lethargy","Missing feathers in clumps"],"severity":4,"emergency_level":"urgent","age_affected":"Any age","contagious":false,"summary":"Bites, scratches, or punctures from raccoons, dogs, hawks, foxes, or other birds. Chickens are stoic, the wound is often worse than the bird looks at first.","treatment_md":"Bring the bird inside, calm and dim. Flush wounds with saline, trim feathers around the wound, dab with antiseptic (chlorhexidine or dilute betadine). Use blue kote to discourage pecking. Deep punctures need a vet, infection from animal mouths is common. Give vitamins and electrolytes in water.","prevention_md":"Hardware cloth (not chicken wire) on coop windows and runs. Lock the coop at dusk. Use motion lights or a guard dog or rooster in problem areas. Cover the run if hawks are around. Buried apron prevents diggers.","recovery_days_min":null,"recovery_days_max":null,"reference_images":[{"url":"https://rkuxuvnnvagftvreefhm.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/public/disease-reference/predator-wound/1780364863989.png","caption":"AI illustration of Predator Wound","body_part":"wounds"}],"sources":["https://www.thechickenchick.com/treating-injured-chickens-first-aid/"],"faqs":[],"related_slugs":["cannibalism-pecking"],"created_at":"2026-06-02T01:31:46.541884+00:00","updated_at":"2026-06-02T01:47:45.541956+00:00"},{"id":"b018dd93-2b8b-4c0a-92d1-c22d349e03b1","slug":"scaly-leg-mites","name":"Scaly Leg Mites","aka":[],"cause_type":"parasite","body_parts":["feet_legs","feathers_skin"],"symptoms":["Raised crusty scales on legs","Thickened or deformed legs","Limping / leg weakness","Restless behavior"],"severity":2,"emergency_level":"monitor","age_affected":"Older birds more often","contagious":true,"summary":"Tiny mites burrow under leg scales and raise them up, leaving crusty white or yellow buildup. The legs look thick and lumpy. Treatable but uncomfortable.","treatment_md":"Soak legs in warm soapy water to soften crusts, then coat in petroleum jelly or castor oil daily for 2 weeks. The oil suffocates the mites. Treat all birds in the flock since mites spread.","prevention_md":"Inspect legs monthly. Provide a dust bath with diatomaceous earth or wood ash. Clean roosts and the coop floor regularly.","recovery_days_min":14,"recovery_days_max":28,"reference_images":[{"url":"https://rkuxuvnnvagftvreefhm.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/public/disease-reference/scaly-leg-mites/1780364872961.png","caption":"AI illustration of Scaly Leg Mites","body_part":"feet_legs"}],"sources":["https://poultrydvm.com/condition/scaly-leg-mites"],"faqs":[],"related_slugs":["bumblefoot","external-mites-lice"],"created_at":"2026-06-02T01:31:39.926002+00:00","updated_at":"2026-06-02T01:47:54.677713+00:00"},{"id":"a2f7d289-c116-4245-a7c1-329745e8f876","slug":"soft-shell-eggs","name":"Soft Shell or Shell Less Eggs","aka":[],"cause_type":"deficiency","body_parts":["reproductive"],"symptoms":["Soft or wrinkled egg shells","Shell less eggs","Drop in egg production","Misshapen eggs"],"severity":2,"emergency_level":"monitor","age_affected":"New layers and old hens","contagious":false,"summary":"An occasional soft egg is normal for new or stressed layers. Persistent soft shells point to a calcium deficiency, illness (often IB), heat stress, or aging reproductive tract.","treatment_md":"Offer oyster shell free choice in a separate dish. Check the layer ration is calcium balanced. Rule out infectious bronchitis if multiple birds are affected. Reduce heat and stress in summer.","prevention_md":"Always have oyster shell available. Provide shade and cool water in summer. Do not over light hens out of season. Replace very old hens if you depend on egg production.","recovery_days_min":null,"recovery_days_max":null,"reference_images":[{"url":"https://rkuxuvnnvagftvreefhm.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/public/disease-reference/soft-shell-eggs/1780364883559.png","caption":"AI illustration of Soft Shell or Shell Less Eggs","body_part":"reproductive"}],"sources":["https://poultrydvm.com/condition/soft-shelled-eggs"],"faqs":[],"related_slugs":["infectious-bronchitis"],"created_at":"2026-06-02T01:31:38.618364+00:00","updated_at":"2026-06-02T01:48:05.230067+00:00"},{"id":"d0255ea2-e85b-4c14-8afd-51bd1a221576","slug":"sour-crop","name":"Sour Crop (Crop Mycosis)","aka":[],"cause_type":"fungal","body_parts":["crop"],"symptoms":["Squishy or water filled crop","Foul or sour breath","Lethargic / not moving","Not eating","Yellow mouth lesions"],"severity":3,"emergency_level":"urgent","age_affected":"Any age","contagious":false,"summary":"A yeast (Candida) overgrowth in the crop, often following antibiotic use, spoiled feed, or an impacted crop. Crop feels like a water balloon and the bird's breath smells like sour milk.","treatment_md":"Withhold food for 12 hours, water still available. Gently massage the crop several times a day. Offer plain unsweetened yogurt or a poultry probiotic. Vet may prescribe nystatin. Never tip a bird upside down to empty the crop, they can aspirate and die.","prevention_md":"Avoid long stretches of bread or sugary treats. Throw out moldy or wet feed. Give probiotics after any antibiotic course. Make sure grit is available so feed digests properly.","recovery_days_min":3,"recovery_days_max":10,"reference_images":[{"url":"https://rkuxuvnnvagftvreefhm.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/public/disease-reference/sour-crop/1780364892296.png","caption":"AI illustration of Sour Crop (Crop Mycosis)","body_part":"crop"}],"sources":["https://poultrydvm.com/condition/sour-crop"],"faqs":[],"related_slugs":["impacted-crop"],"created_at":"2026-06-02T01:31:34.623407+00:00","updated_at":"2026-06-02T01:48:14.049188+00:00"},{"id":"0a644990-766d-4bc6-83f8-36aa6fcf8f83","slug":"vent-gleet","name":"Vent Gleet (Cloacitis)","aka":[],"cause_type":"fungal","body_parts":["reproductive","feathers_skin"],"symptoms":["Yellow or messy vent","Fishy or foul vent smell","Pasted feathers around vent","Drop in egg production","Lethargic / not moving"],"severity":2,"emergency_level":"monitor","age_affected":"Adult hens mostly","contagious":false,"summary":"A yeast and bacterial inflammation of the vent. Yellow paste, fishy smell, and a generally unhappy hen are the classic combo.","treatment_md":"Bathe the vent in a warm Epsom salt soak for 15 minutes daily. Trim soiled feathers. Apply an antifungal cream (miconazole). Probiotics and apple cider vinegar in water help rebalance the gut. A vet may prescribe nystatin in stubborn cases.","prevention_md":"Keep the coop and run dry. Avoid high sugar treats and moldy feed. Add probiotics after antibiotic courses. Trim vent feathers on fluffy breeds.","recovery_days_min":5,"recovery_days_max":14,"reference_images":[{"url":"https://rkuxuvnnvagftvreefhm.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/public/disease-reference/vent-gleet/1780364903015.png","caption":"AI illustration of Vent Gleet (Cloacitis)","body_part":"reproductive"}],"sources":["https://poultrydvm.com/condition/vent-gleet"],"faqs":[],"related_slugs":[],"created_at":"2026-06-02T01:31:35.943752+00:00","updated_at":"2026-06-02T01:48:24.567383+00:00"},{"id":"f9f24731-5fd1-456a-ab53-89c152182714","slug":"prolapse","name":"Vent Prolapse","aka":[],"cause_type":"injury","body_parts":["reproductive","wounds"],"symptoms":["Red tissue out of vent","Bleeding from vent","Straining to lay","Pecking from flockmates","Lethargic / not moving"],"severity":5,"emergency_level":"emergency","age_affected":"Adult hens","contagious":false,"summary":"Part of the reproductive tract pushes outside the vent. The exposed tissue attracts pecking, which can kill the hen quickly. Isolate first, treat second.","treatment_md":"Isolate immediately, flockmates will peck the red tissue. Clean the exposed tissue with warm saline, then apply preparation H or sugar to reduce swelling. Gently push the tissue back inside with a gloved finger. Keep the hen in a dim quiet space. A vet visit is strongly advised.","prevention_md":"Avoid early forcing of pullets into lay with too much light. Manage weight. Address chronic egg binding early. Trim vent feathers in fluffy breeds.","recovery_days_min":null,"recovery_days_max":null,"reference_images":[{"url":"https://rkuxuvnnvagftvreefhm.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/public/disease-reference/prolapse/1780364914068.png","caption":"AI illustration of Vent Prolapse","body_part":"reproductive"}],"sources":["https://www.thechickenchick.com/vent-prolapse-in-the-back-yard-flock/"],"faqs":[],"related_slugs":["egg-binding","cannibalism-pecking"],"created_at":"2026-06-02T01:31:37.950255+00:00","updated_at":"2026-06-02T01:48:35.547138+00:00"},{"id":"3f1073e9-f121-4980-bc0f-bd295181381d","slug":"wry-neck","name":"Wry Neck (Torticollis)","aka":["Crookneck","Star Gazing"],"cause_type":"deficiency","body_parts":["neurological"],"symptoms":["Twisted neck / star gazing","Head tilted or upside down","Walking in circles","Falling over","Trouble eating or drinking"],"severity":3,"emergency_level":"urgent","age_affected":"Chicks and adults","contagious":false,"summary":"Neurological signs caused by vitamin E and selenium deficiency, head trauma, or sometimes Marek's. Pure vitamin cases often reverse fully with treatment.","treatment_md":"Give vitamin E (400 IU per day for an adult) plus a selenium source. Crushed Poultry Cell or Nutri Drench works. Hand feed and water in a quiet box. Most vitamin cases improve in 3 to 14 days. If no improvement after 2 weeks, suspect Marek's.","prevention_md":"Feed a quality complete ration. Avoid keeping birds on long term unbalanced scratch grain diets. Add a vitamin supplement to the water weekly in winter.","recovery_days_min":3,"recovery_days_max":14,"reference_images":[{"url":"https://rkuxuvnnvagftvreefhm.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/public/disease-reference/wry-neck/1780364922917.png","caption":"AI illustration of Wry Neck (Torticollis)","body_part":"neurological"}],"sources":["https://poultrydvm.com/condition/wry-neck"],"faqs":[],"related_slugs":["mareks-disease","botulism"],"created_at":"2026-06-02T01:31:41.249415+00:00","updated_at":"2026-06-02T01:48:44.366772+00:00"}]}