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09-23-2018, 02:24 PM
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Newborn Pup
Join Date: Sep 2018
Posts: 2
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HELP: Syrian Hamster Swollen Face
Hi,
Me and my girlfriend got a new hamster two weeks ago and he is so small for a Syrian hamster - he has been absolutely fine, until yesterday we noticed his face had swollen up and has made it hard for him to see out of his eyes.
It reminds me of when my dog ate a bee and blew up like a balloon - I did try him out with some new bedding and thought whether it could be an allergy? Or is it something very serious?
I have changed his bedding now, but still no sign of the swelling going down - Is anyone familiar with this?
Our other Syrian has been fine and dandy since we had him in February this year.
Please help
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09-24-2018, 01:04 PM
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#2
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Moderator
Join Date: Nov 2005
Location: Yorkshire, UK but my heart lies in Scotland!
Posts: 28,184
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Re: HELP: Syrian Hamster Swollen Face
I would see a vet as soon as possible. It could be a pouch abscess or an impacted pouch which will need treated. Also tooth problems can cause swelling like this. It is painful to so try offering some soft food just now like porridge or babyfood.
I hope you can have this checked out soon
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09-24-2018, 10:05 PM
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#3
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Newborn Pup
Join Date: Sep 2018
Posts: 2
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Re: HELP: Syrian Hamster Swollen Face
Quote:
Originally Posted by souffle
I would see a vet as soon as possible. It could be a pouch abscess or an impacted pouch which will need treated. Also tooth problems can cause swelling like this. It is painful to so try offering some soft food just now like porridge or babyfood.
I hope you can have this checked out soon
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Thanks for your help - Unfortunately after we took him to the vets he passed away - The vet believed his mum was too young to have given birth to him.
She came into pets at home pregnant - RIP Ronnie
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09-25-2018, 04:48 AM
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#4
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Moderator
Join Date: Nov 2005
Location: Yorkshire, UK but my heart lies in Scotland!
Posts: 28,184
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Re: HELP: Syrian Hamster Swollen Face
Oh no I am so sorry to hear that Poor little mite. He is at peace now away from the pain. You should advise the store of this.
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09-26-2018, 06:47 AM
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Hamster Overlord
Join Date: Jun 2018
Location: California, USA
Posts: 836
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Re: HELP: Syrian Hamster Swollen Face
I’m so sorry for your loss.
Goodnight Ronnie.
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Proud mother of Libby, The King of Whimzees
Thank you so much for all the memories we shared together, Comet.
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