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thekarens

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Earlier tonight Zoe flew into a dresser mirror. She acted like she was fine, but just now I saw this. It could be because of something else, but I don't what. Looks like a little cut and some swelling. Should I do anything to treat? Obviously I'll be keeping a close eye on it and if it looks worse we'll head to the vet.







 

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I'm so sorry that happened. I don't have any experience with parrot injuries so I won't be of any help. Just wanted you to know I hope Zoe is okay. :hug8:
 

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Do you have any cayenne pepper? You can make a paste and put it on it, it will help with the swelling and has antibacterial properties to it also
 

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Yep, we do. Thanks for the suggestion!
 

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she is a cutie and hopefully the swelling will go down soon
 

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Awww, Maui had a pretty bad bruise in that same area from a fall. It looked worse the next day but it did heal in a week or two. Keep a close eye and if you are near your vet tomorrow maybe get some metacam for pain. It's a painful area for them. :(

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Ow, poor baby, like was mentioned, keep am eye on it, and some softer foods wouldn't hurt either :hug8:cover the mirror when shes out too. :hug8:
 

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I'm off tomorrow so I'll give the vets office a call and see if I can pick some up.

And I baked sweet potatoes tonight for her. Guess that will work for tomorrow.

She's normally not in the bedroom (where the mirror is) but she wanted me and I wanted to change, so I took her with me. Something startled her and that's when she hit it. In the livingroom she's always been a great flyer.
 
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Facial skin is very soft and can bruise easily. Just keep an eye on the area and will heal up quickly.
 

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Max has had a few face contusions and bumps, they seem to disappear almost overnight! ! I've used turmeric and vinegar for a safe topical treatment of bumps and bruises. I made up a poultice kinda paste. Was messy but seemed to help. If zoe is not acting like she's in pain and eating, it's a growing pain.... kids get bumps and ouchies! :)
 

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Nope, she never squawked and never slowed down one iota. Didn't notice it until my partner came home and I went to hand her to "mommy" and she wanted to know what I had done to her bird. I, of course, felt terrible that it had happened and that I didn't even notice until then.
 

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Tell mommy she's just got a tough girl :) we've had moments where there is a drop of blood abs we do human and bird body checks!!! Can never say they are cry babies, too busy looking for other trouble!! I am happy to hear she's showing no distress signs, so only worry is for it to heal clean. And know you'll make sure that happens :D
 

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Sorry she got an owie...love the cuddle photo. Shes darling!
 

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They pepper worked. By the following day the swelling was down. Within a couple days the bruise went away. Thanks everyone for the help and well wishes.
 
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