My ferret has an ear lump pushing out the canal. What's wrong?

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I have a ferret that’s 3 months old and a lump has developed in his ear..and within a couple of days it has looke like it’s pushing the ear canal out..what is this? Pet's info: Exotic | Unknown - Exotic | Male | neutered | 3 months and 20 days old | 1lb

Elva Ma DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello, and thank you for your question. Has Zen been scratching the ear, or shaking his head often? If so, the lesion in the ear may be due to an ear infection or ear mites that is causing swelling in the ear canal. Another possibility is a mass, such as a granuloma, abscess or cyst. I would recommend taking Zen to the vet within the next few days. They can examine inside the ear canal and take a sample of any debris in the ear to rule out an ear infection or mites. If they suspect there is a mass, they can perform a fine needle aspirate to sample it and find out what exactly it is. In the meantime, I would monitor Zen for any scratching, in addition to decreased appetite or energy. If so, I would get him to the vet sooner rather than later. I hope this helps, and that Zen is feeling better soon!

My ferret has an ear lump pushing out the canal. What's wrong?

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