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Why is my cat scratching his ears and crying, but they look clean?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered | 10 months and 19 days old | 11.0231 lbs

Can you help me with this situations 1: My cat shouts while scratching his ears. We tried to figure out, but his ears are clean. What can be the reason? 2: Leo has tremendous hair fall. Hw shlud i treat his hair fall?

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Answered By Lindsey Edwards MVB, BSc, IVCA

Veterinarian

Published on July 19th, 2017

It is likely ge has pain and discomfort, possibly from a polyp or middle ear infection. A full vet check is recommended, possibly under sedation. Your vet can also assess his full coat condition and may recommend an omega fatty acid supplement as a natural antiinflammatory and moisturizer

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