Re: Skin Condition?
It could be many things. He could be allergic to the bedding used,or food fed. Or it could be Mites and not the kind you can see but the ones that borrow into the skin and require a Vet treatment to be rid of them. This type mite is called Sarcoptic Mange Mites and are able to get on you too. If demodex mites then they will not harm you but be a real hardship to your hamster if left untreated. Like Sarcopitic mites the Demodex mite burrows under the skin and causes extreme itching and irritation to the Hamster. Be sure to keep the others away from the male and be real careful when you hold him to avoid you getting the mites too(assuming it is mites).
Sad to say the best thing for your pet is a Vet visit to determine exactly what is causing the irritation and get him properly treated to stop his problem
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Nancy,and The ST's Hamsters
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