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My pet keeps scratching its ear. What's causing this problem?

Updated On December 4th, 2025

Pet's info: Small Animal | Rat | Female

My pet is scratching her ear more than normal, what should I do to know the problem

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Answered By Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on December 31st, 2018

This sign could be due to an otitis, an inflammation of the ear canal due commonly to a bacterial or a mite infection. A clinical examination at your local veterinarian is essential to confirm these clinical suspicions and treat appropriately. Antibiotics drops or specific meds for mites may be needed. Hope this answer was helpful, but please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further. If this answer was helpful please let us know, this will be used to improve our service!

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