My hamster has hair loss and scabs on its neck and ears. What's wrong?

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My hamster has slight hair loss right behind his ears and on his upper neck. He also has a few bite type scabs located within the hair loss area. Pet's info: Exotic | Unknown - Exotic | Male | unneutered | 0 lbs

Mirissa Duncil, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hi there. Poor Knight! This looks like particularly itchy lesions, as there are excoriations (scratches) showing. Hamsters commons present with things like ringworm or mites with lesions similar to these. Your veterinarian will probably need to check your pet for any fungal growth and/or external parasites. They may use a wood's lamp to check for fluorescence or take a culture as well. Both illnesses are treated daily easily and are relatively inexpensive. If you take him in they will more than likely have treatment options readily available for your pet. I hope this helps you!

My hamster has hair loss and scabs on its neck and ears. What's wrong?

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