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My pet has ear mites. Are they dangerous and how long until cured?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Zoii has been infected with ear mites. Vet has given oral solution as well as solution to clean ear. Is ear mites dangerous? How many days it takes to get completely cured?

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

Veterinarian

Published on March 23rd, 2018

Uncomplicated infections are usually not very severe and with appropriate medications it will resolve in 4-5 days usually. To have more specific answers please attach a picture of the ear showing the infection. 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.

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