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Amelia

She has had a bump on her eye in the past but I would put warm compress on it and it eventually went away but it’s back

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Mistletoe
Others, Hamster
1 year 1 month, Female
Issue details
Main concern
Eye
Others
There’s a bump on the side of her eye
Duration
2 week(s)
Other issues
Behavior
Loss of appetite
Weight loss
Difficulty in breathing
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Dr. Choe
Dr.Tail Vet

It sounds like your hamster is experiencing a recurrence of a bump near her eye, along with some concerning symptoms such as loss of appetite, weight loss, and difficulty breathing. These symptoms, combined with the bump, suggest that there might be an underlying issue that needs immediate attention.

The bump could potentially be an abscess, a cyst, or even a tumor, and the accompanying symptoms indicate that it might be affecting her overall health. The fact that she is experiencing difficulty breathing is particularly concerning and could be a sign of a more serious condition that requires urgent care.

While warm compresses may have provided some relief in the past, the recurrence and the additional symptoms suggest that this is not a simple issue that can be managed at home. I strongly recommend that you take your hamster to a veterinarian as soon as possible. They can perform a thorough examination and provide the necessary treatment to address both the bump and the systemic symptoms.

If you have any further questions, please feel free to ask. Thank you.