Can my vet diagnose a dog ear infection just by looking at their ears?

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Hi would my vet be able to see otitis externa in my dogs ears by examining them ? Pet's info: Dog | Pug | Female | spayed | 8 years and 1 month old | 14.5 lbs

Angel Alvarado, LVT · Accepted Answer

Yes, a general practice veterinarian should be able to diagnose this with an exam. A swab of the ears should be examined under the microscope to diagnose a yeast or bacterial infection. Afterwards, the appropriate medication can be dispensed for treatment.

Can my vet diagnose a dog ear infection just by looking at their ears?

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