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My rabbit has black, hard testicles. What's wrong and what to do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

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Hello doctor, From last two three days my rabbit's testicle is getting black and hard. One side is totally harden but the other side is affected half. But he is behaving totally normal. I don't have any good vet for my rabbit near my home town. Can you please suggest any treatment or medication or any care tips. He is about 3 yrs old. Thank you

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Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on May 31st, 2019

There is a problem with both testicles. The hard and black areas are areas of necrosis (tissue death). This is very serious. Likely due to an infection of some sort. It is very hard for us to recommend treatment for someone to use in a country we are unfamiliar with. I have no idea what products you have available to use. I checked Amazon and it looks like you can get Betadine Ointment 5%. I suggest you apply a thin layer of this ointment twice a day. If it starts to look worse at any time or it does not resolve he needs to see a vet. Be sure his cage is clean and dry at all times. Sitting in urine can cause this type of infection.

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