What to do if my dog's ear infection is dripping down her head?

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Dog has an ear infection and it’s dripping down her head. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Female | unspayed | 6 months and 25 days old | 47 lbs

Mirissa Duncil, DVM · Accepted Answer

Goodness, poor Bella. Ear infections can be very painful and difficult to heal if not treated appropriately. This will likely require a trip to your veterinarian, as the ear canal will have to be examined with a special scope, as well as a check to make sure the tympanic membrane (or eardrum) is intact. Many medications are not safe to use if the membrane is ruptured and can make your pet very ill and have unwanted side effects. After examining the ear, your doctor will likely do a cytology (or exam on a microscope slide) of the discharge and debris-this will determine what kind of antibiotic your pet will begin and for how long. As aforementioned, ear infections are very painfil-if you've ever had one you know this already. Your vet will likely also prescribe some medication for pain for Bella. Please don't put any water or other subtance in the ear before you have it checked out, as many of these things can actually worsen the infection. I hope this helps, and that Bella gets well soon!

What to do if my dog's ear infection is dripping down her head?

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