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Dog ear polyps returning? How to stop them before they get big?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Female | spayed | 16 lbs

My dog had surgery to remove ear polyps. It seems they are coming back. Is there a way to stop their growth now that they haven't developed yet?

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Answered By Jenna Beyer, DVM, MBA, cVMA

Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

Published on June 25th, 2019

There isn't a way to stop their growth. Sometimes additional surgery can be done to try to remove the base of the tissue that creates the polyp, but it can be very difficult depending on the location.

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