My hamster has an inverted cheek pouch. What should I do & cost?

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Hello, I need some advice about my hamster. I recently noticed something hanging out of my hamsters mouth and I believe it might be an inverted cheek pouch and I was wondering what I should do. I researched it online and it said that it can only be fixed with surgery. And I don't know how much that would cost. Could my hamster live with it or will it eventually kill her. Pet's info: Small Animal | Unknown - Small Animal | Female

Linda G, MS, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello. It is possible to try & reposition the cheek pouch under anesthesia, but unless the conditions that caused it are addressed, it may happen again. Normally, we just recommend amputating the pouch & sewing the edges closed. Cost, unfortunately, is based on who is willing to do the surgery, & general costs in your area. Just start calling around the vets in your area to find who is best to help little Buttercup. But I would not leave it alone as it will become traumatized, eventually necrotic, & this is a sad way to die. Hope you can help her soon. Take care.

My hamster has an inverted cheek pouch. What should I do & cost?

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