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What is this lump on my rat? Could it be a tumor or a prolapse?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Small Animal | Rat | Female | unspayed | 1 year and 5 months old

What is this lump on my rat? (Update from previous question just with photos) female rat aged 1 and a half

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Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on February 3rd, 2020

Rats are notorious for getting tumors. That is what this looks like however, the location of me makes me worry it could be some sort of prolapse. You will need to get her to a vet for an exam so you can get a diagnosis and then know how to go about treating her.

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