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Why is my hamster's fur or skin yellow above its nose? Is it serious?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Small Animal | Hamster | Female | 1 month and 14 days old | 1lb

Why is my hamster above nose is yellow??

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Answered By Todd Cecil

Veterinarian

Published on October 2nd, 2019

Thanks for reaching out about Tykarp and including photos (although they are out of focus and can not see the lesion). Is the yellow on the fur or from the skin? If it thick and raised? Fungal and bacterial dermatitis can cause color changes and a veterinarian should examine the skin. Try to clean the lesion with a warm wet washcloth. Good luck.

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