Which is a major symptom of bumblefoot?

• A. Lameness
• B. Painful footpads
• C. Foot swelling
• D. Loss of appetite

Answer: (C)

Bumblefoot is a pododermatitis that causes inflammation in the foot, so the most noticeable sign is swelling of the foot or footpad. This swelling reflects the inflammatory response and often signals the start of infection that can progress to hard nodules or an abscess. While lameness can occur because the bird avoids putting weight on the affected foot and pain can be present, swelling is the most consistent and visible indicator of the condition. Appetite loss isn’t typical for this localized foot issue, since it’s a problem of the foot rather than a systemic symptom.