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My cat has coffee-colored ear discharge and is shaking her head. What to do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Persian | Female | spayed | 1 year old

Hi, my cat is having ear infection, discharge from the ear of my cat that resembles coffee coffee color puss, she is showing discomfort by scratching or pawing at his ear or shaking or tilting his head in the direction of the painful ear. What medicine should I give her. Please help as it's lockdown situation so need to know the medicine to help her recover.

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on April 20th, 2020

Ear infections in cats can be caused by ear mites, yeast, or bacteria. Unfortunately without seeing Notie in person, I can't diagnose what is causing it and can't say what treatment is needed. She does have to see a vet for this, as leaving it untreated can lead to hearing loss. Vets are seeing pets now for illnesses, and this counts. Please call around to find a vet to see her today. Best of luck.

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