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Frequent ear scratching; examination shows red spots and papules in the ear canal and hair loss around the ear base, with a large amount of black earwax on a cotton swab
Based on your description, the red spots and papules in the canal, hair loss at the ear base, and heavy black earwax suggest ear mite infection. Ear mites cause dark discharge and intense itching with head shaking. For mites, clean the canal and apply mite medication until cured; antibiotic ear drops may be needed to prevent secondary infection.
Found the cat’s urethral opening wet in the morning, with a little yellow discharge like mucus
From the photo, only yellow fluid near the cat's genitals is visible, but it is unclear whether it comes from the urethra or vagina. Yellow fluid from the vagina could mean pregnancy with miscarriage or vaginal inflammation needing treatment. From the urethra, it may indicate a urinary tract infection or stones. Clean the area and see a vet if it persists.
Why Won’t a Dwarf Hamster Open Its Eyes?
A dwarf hamster that suddenly won't open its eyes may be overheated from a high-calorie diet, have an eye infection from dust or debris, or simply be stuck shut by dried discharge. Mild cases improve with a lighter diet or a gentle clean, while infections need saline rinses and pet eye drops. This article explains the common causes and what to do.
Why does my dog keep dry-heaving?
There are many causes of dry heaving in dogs. Throat discomfort or inflammation, often secondary to respiratory infection, can cause it. A foreign object lodged in the throat causes frequent dry heaving and coughing, while gastrointestinal foreign objects usually bring severe vomiting. Stop feeding and observe; seek veterinary care if it persists.
My Hamster Likes Chewing the Cage and Now Has a Rotten Mouth Corner
Causes include injury from cage chewing, vitamin C/B deficiency, or cheek-pouch infection. Limit chewing with a head cone or soft cage guard and bigger space plus toys; clean with iodophor or saline and apply an antibacterial oral spray; severe cases need an oral antibiotic.
Panting with Open Mouth Since Morning, Worse at Noon with Whimpering
X-rays suggest checking for cardiogenic pulmonary edema via cardiac ultrasound, then treating the cause. Relieve edema with antibiotics and diuretics, monitor oxygen, and consider hospitalization.
CRP Stuck Above 200 for a Month Despite Anti-Inflammatories and Steroids
Rising inflammation with fever is the body's immune response, with redness, heat, pain and more. Many diseases raise it; find the exact cause via exams, or the condition may worsen.
Is My Kitten’s Eye Corner Normal? If Not, What Is It and How to Treat?
The blurry cornea and slight swelling suggest inflammation, likely keratitis, with pain, tearing and cloudy cornea. Clean with saline, use pet eye drops, and an Elizabethan collar; viral cases need antivirals.
What Causes a Dry Nose in Cattle?
A cow's dry nose may come from low barn humidity, digestive disease or vitamin B deficiency, which consume water. Respiratory inflammation adds fever, no drinking and sneezing; treat the underlying disease.
What Color Are a Cat’s Healthy Gums?
Healthy gums are pink. Pale or white gums with swelling suggest inflammation; anemia also causes pale gums, paw pads, tongue and nose, needing blood-building nutrition.