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Ear Infection In Dogs and Cats, Otitis media, Otitis externa

Ear Infections · Signs & symptoms · Diagnosis · Treatment · Related articles

Diagnosis

Otitis (ear infections) is diagnosed by using an otoscope and looking deep into the ear canal. The skin inside the ear turns deep red if your pet is fighting an infection. The type of discharge deep in the ear can be seen, and some can be removed to send to the lab to identify the specific bacteria and yeast creating the infection.

Because the ear canal makes a sharp turn, your veterinarian will pull slightly on the ear to straighten the canal and make it possible to see the ear drum. If there is fluid or pus behind the drum, which occurs with a middle ear infection, your veterinarian can diagnose a middle ear infection. Distinguishing whether your pet has an outer ear infection, a middle ear infection, or both helps your veterinarian choose the most effective treatment.

The articles here were answered by a variety of pharmacists and veterinarians

Date	Category	Topic
04/05/06	Eye Care	DRIED BROWN STUFF FROM CAT'S EYES
03/19/06	Pain/Inflammation	PAIN /SWELLING
03/15/06	Urinary Tract/Kidneys	FREQUENT URINATION WITH BLOOD
03/06/06	Cough	DRY COUGH
03/05/06	Antibiotics/Anti-Infectives	STAPH AND SEIZURE
03/05/06	Urinary Tract/Kidneys	HOW FAR DO WE GO?
03/05/06	Eye Care	CRUSTY EYES...
03/03/06	Allergy	EYE WEEPING
02/22/06	Bone & Joint Care	PAIN BACK LEGS AND HIPS
02/15/06	Skin Care	EARS AND NOW TOES
02/11/06	Other	CAT COUGH
02/04/06	Skin Care	HAIR LOSS
02/03/06	Odor Control	2 THINGS SMELLY DOG 2 TO 3 DAYS AFTER BATH, ELEPHANT SKIN
02/02/06	Eye Care	SINUS INFECTION
01/31/06	Ear Care	SMELLY, ITCHY EARS
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Head shaking

Pawing and scratching the head

Smelly ears

Ear discharge

Head tilt

Nystagmus (unusual eye movements)

Circling

Otitis is infection or inflammation of the ear

Allergies are the number one cause of ear inflammation

Dog breeds most likely to develop otitis because of ear canal skin characteristics

Basset Hounds

Beagles

Cocker Spaniels

Labradors

Setters

Shar Peis

Springer Spaniels

Dog breeds most likely to develop otitis because of allergies

Any pet with flea allergy dermatitis

Cocker Spaniels

Labrador Retrievers

Schnauzers

Setters

West Highland Terriers

Wheaten Terriers

Dog breeds most likely to develop otitis because of thick hair in the canal

Lhasa Apsos

Maltese

Pekingese

Poodles

Schnauzers

Shih Tzus

Spaniels

This information is for educational purposes only and is intended to be a supplement to, and not a substitute for, the expertise and professional judgment of your veterinarian. The information is NOT to be used for diagnosis or treatment of your pet. You should always consult your own veterinarian for specific advice concerning the treatment of your pet.

The information about medications is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, warnings, allergic reactions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for your pet. It is not a substitute for a veterinary exam, and it does not replace the need for services provided by your veterinarian.

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