Blood looking bulb on base of budgie tail?

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My budgie of 8 years has a small, strange looking bulb filled with blood on the base of his tail, maybe on or very near his preen gland. Connected to this blood filled bulb is a dry, shrivelled, hard as a rock feather which is grey and black in colour. What could this possibly be?
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Welcome to the forums. I’m sorry your little guy is having problems, that looks like it could cause extreme discomfort. I would make an appointment with a certified avian veterinarian, there’s a good possibility of infection. Birds are highly skilled at hiding symptoms of illness as long as possible, he may look better than he feels.
 
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I agree with Allee, make an appt with your CAV tomorrow.
I'm sorry this happened, it looks painful.

Please keep us posted.
 
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I've been told it might be an ingrown feather, which comforts me a little! But I'll still take him to the vet just incase. I'll keep you updated! I'm hoping he's okay. :(
 
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Update: Budgie is okay!! Turns out it was just a feather cyst. The feather was removed, and a salve was applied to the cyst. The cyst is shrinking and looks much better! And he seems very happy. I'm so relieved! Thank you both for your advice. :)
 
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bbqkraken said:
Update: Budgie is okay!! Turns out it was just a feather cyst. The feather was removed, and a salve was applied to the cyst. The cyst is shrinking and looks much better! And he seems very happy. I'm so relieved! Thank you both for your advice. :)
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So glad to hear the outcome for Budgie.:)
 
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