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MariaChickenMama
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- Jul 28, 2022
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Have you seen the gapeworm in her throat, or are you just assuming because of her gasping? If she is only doing this at night when she is locked up in the shed, I'd be concerned about the ventilation inside. If you have seen gapeworm, then you will need a de-wormer.
How much ventilation is in the shed, and what kind of bedding are you are using? How many hens are in your flock, and how big is the shed? Over crowding & poor ventilation will cause respiratory issues. The vent gleet could be due to parasite overload, but also could be due to stress. If the bath is causing her additional stress and she is already lethargic, it may be better to wait until the respiratory issues are resolved.
What do you feed her, and how is she eating & drinking?