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Why is my guinea pig itching his face with a spot under eye? Ringworm?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Exotic | Unknown - Exotic | Male | 2 months and 10 days old | 0.8 lbs

He is itching his face a lot and has a small spot under his eye. I don't know if that's from scratching a lot or if he has ringworm. My vet said they itch as young ones and he's fine. I disagree and want to fix my guinea pig up ASAP

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Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on July 5th, 2017

IT could be ringworm as it is very common in guinea pigs especially around the eyes. you should bring him back to the vet , there is a simple test for ringworm, if it comes back positive treatment should be started immediately.

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