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My dog has a large bump in his ear. What is it and what should I do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered | 125 lbs

He has a big bump inside his ear kinda looks like the one in the picture I just noticed it what could it be

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on October 22nd, 2019

Thank you for the picture and clarification. This looks like it could be an aural hematoma, which is when fluid gets trapped between the layers of the ear. This is usually a sign of an ear infection. I'd have this checked out by a vet.

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