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Feather Cysts

By Alyson Burgess, About.com

Definition: A feather cyst is a condition that can affect all bird species, and causes of a swollen, painful lump at the site of an affected feather follicle. Birds that are affected by feather cysts are in need of prompt veterinary care to correct the problem.
Examples: My Sun Conure, Loco, is prone to getting feather cysts on the edges of his wings.

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