My cat keeps scratching her ear and sounds hurt. What's the problem?

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Our cat is 2 years old she has been scratching her ear. When she does she makes a noise like she is hurt. I can't see anything in the ear. Suggestions? Pet's info: Cat | American Shorthair | Female | spayed | 2 years and 1 month old

Ana M, DVM · Accepted Answer

It is possible that Ginger has an ear infection. She has a vertical ear canals that curves into a horizontal canal. Her ear drum sits at the base of the horizontal canal. A lot of times, the problem is deep within the canal and cannot be seen from the outside. Ginger should see her veterinarian for an ear exam. If the ear is inflamed, has discharge deep inside or is painful and/or itchy, an infection is likely. A sample can be collected to look under the microscope to choose an appropriate ear medication and cleaner. If it is not an infection, she could also have a foreign body (piece of grass for example) or a polyp with her ear canal. I hope this information helps and Ginger is feeling better soon!

My cat keeps scratching her ear and sounds hurt. What's the problem?

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