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What's this growing bump on my hamster's skin and what should I do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Small Animal | Hamster | Female | unspayed | 0.08 lbs

My hamster has something on her skin and I noticed that it was more little a few weeks ago.. what could it be?

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Answered By Todd Cecil

Veterinarian

Published on October 4th, 2019

Thanks for reaching out about Millie and including photos. Hamsters get wart-like keratin growths that are rarely painful but can get quite large. A veterinary visit can assess and provide a diagnostic/treatment plan. Good luck.

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