[Helenaj]

Hi folks

I have a hen who is recovering from cockerel damage - she has a bald patch on her back. Looking her over today to see how she is feathering up I noticed a raised lump in the middle of her back - it's not her preen gland. The best way I can describe it is that it looks like a very large blackhead (she's a copper black Maran). I'm almost positive it is an ingrown feather. Any advice on how to treat it? I don't just want to pull it our=t in case I hurt her, but I obviously don't want it to get any worse.

any suggestions greatly received!

[ANHBUC]

Best to post a picture so people can see what they are advising about.  That is if she will pose for the photo!   

If you google ingrowing feathers on chickens there are some photos for you to compare.