My hamster has a lump from its mouth. Is it a protruding cheek pouch?

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My hamster has a mass coming from his mouth it’s about the size of a pin head. He has been biting a lot lately and has been up for most of the day but has normally eating habits. Pet's info: Other | Unknown - Other | Male

David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

I can't really see properly as the pictures are very blurry but it is likely to be his cheek pouch that is protruding outside, you will have to take him to the vet ASAP, the pouch will need to either been sutured back inside or removed surgically.

My hamster has a lump from its mouth. Is it a protruding cheek pouch?

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