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My hamster's eye is bulging and he can't close it. Vet or home remedy?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Small Animal | Hamster | Male | 1 month and 26 days old | 0.0485 lbs

My 2 months old hamster has got one of his eye hurt. He is not able to close it and it also seems to he slightly bulged. Any suggested home remedy or he needs immediate vet attention?

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Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on May 27th, 2019

If the eye is bulging and he can't close it then you should have him examined by your vet. I cannot offer you any home treatments for eye problems - those always need to be seen by a vet. Eyes are very delicate organs and can go from bad to worse very quickly.

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