My hamster’s eyes were inflamed; I accidentally used an alcohol swab to clean them and now its hind legs won’t move.

Alcohol is irritating and should not be used to disinfect a hamster’s eyes. In addition, the hamster’s inability to move its hind legs may be caused by other diseases, including spinal canal problems, nerve issues, or malnutrition. It is recommended to take the hamster to a veterinary clinic for examination to find the cause and treat it specifically. Damage to the spinal canal or problems with the nervous system can both lead to hind-leg paralysis. Also, a lack of essential nutrients can cause hind-leg paralysis, so the cause must be identified for targeted treatment.