Hamster has a small hole in cheek pouch. What to do? Will it heal?

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hi my hamster’s left cheek pouch has a small hole there’s no blood or anything what should I do right now? Will it be get well by it self? How do I take care of him right now? Pet's info: Small Animal | Hamster | Male | 1 year and 1 month old | 0.192 lbs

Todd Cecil · Accepted Answer

Thanks for reaching out to Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. The hole might have been caused by a perforation or an abscess that opened up. The best recommendation would be to see a veterinarian. If not, try and keep the wound clean with a warm washcloth. Do not apply anything topical such as Neosporin and this will upset the normal bacterial flora of the intestinal tract, if he grooms and ingests some. Monitor to make sure he is eating well and not loosing weight. If kept clean, it could heal up on its own. Good luck.

Hamster has a small hole in cheek pouch. What to do? Will it heal?

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