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My hamster's chin is swollen and getting bigger. Is it an abscess?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

My syrian teddy bear hampster’s chin is swollen and im wondering if an abscess tooth could caused the swelling or if it looks like something more severe? it started 4 days ago and it is still getting bigger

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on April 12th, 2019

Yes, this could be an abscessed tooth. It's very concerning if it's getting bigger, so I would take him into the vet first thing in the morning to have this examined, diagnosed, and treated. Best of luck.

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