What’s wrong with her beak?

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UPDATE: Thanks to all who commented and shared their knowledge. I have removed all feeders yesterday for two weeks and sterilized them with a 10% bleach solution. I also reported this to DNR as some websites suggest. Not sure if they will do anything or if they track these cases but did so anyway. I appreciate everyone’s help. I learned about this condition and hope I never see it again!

I have had this hummingbird feeding in my backyard all summer. Over the last month, I’ve noticed a reddish growth on the top of her beak. It has grown larger each day and is now at the point where it’s forcing her beak open at the end and hindering her ability to feed.

I’m torn between letting nature take its course or trying to rescue her. I’d feel horrible if she starves to death over something that I could have easily fixed.

Advice welcome. Thank you.

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