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My dog has a chronic ear problem. Could it be an abscess? How to treat?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 45 lbs

I think my dog has an abscess in his ear. His vet told me at one time it was nothing to worry about but. He still has it what can i do to treat it.

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Answered By Jessica Keay, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on October 23rd, 2017

I am sorry to hear about Demon. It is difficult to evaluate the ear based on a photo alone but from this photo, it looks like Demon may suffer from chronic inflammation of the ear canal/ear infections which has resulted in thickening of the skin inside the ear pinnae and canal. In some cases, this may improve with steroids and antibiotics/treatment of the ear infection or allergies that may have resulted in the condition in the first place. If the area is sore/painful/itchy or the ear has discharge/redness/discomfort then an exam by your vet is recommended, or if they don't offer treatment a second opinion may be considered.

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