My chinchilla has grown some sort of puffy bald spot. Two of them, right underneath his chin. I'm scared it could be something extremely dangerous. He keeps itching at the spots. The spots make it hard for him to eat. He's eating it just is difficult for him. I need help/info Asap please!
Puffy bald spot! :(
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obcsed
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May be a fungal infection. He needs to see a vet.
Stackie
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What do you mean by "puffy"? Is there a bump under the skin? Difficulty eating and "puffy" area makes me think of an abscess caused by an overgrown/infected tooth, we need a better description. They can also itch as a response to pain.
Is the skin dry and red? Is there any way you can post a picture?
It could also be fungal, they can catch this from others that are infected. Though, fungus wouldn't really cause difficulty eating.
Regardless, he needs to be seen by a vet.
The price of exotics vets depend on the individual vet and the area in which you are located. Every vet's exam fee is different, and the diagnostics range in prices as well.
Is the skin dry and red? Is there any way you can post a picture?
It could also be fungal, they can catch this from others that are infected. Though, fungus wouldn't really cause difficulty eating.
Regardless, he needs to be seen by a vet.
The price of exotics vets depend on the individual vet and the area in which you are located. Every vet's exam fee is different, and the diagnostics range in prices as well.
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