Why is my hamster's eye starting to bulge out?

Answer by  Erica95 (323)

It could have an infection or glaucoma. Both of these will increase the pressure in the eye and cause it to bulge out. Your hamster should see a vet.

Answer by  traumatised (3285)

This is serious and likely a tumour. Get your hamster to an exotics vet (one who specialises in rodents, not an ordinary cat/dog vet) for a check up and treatment options, asap. Small animals deserve proper medical care.

Answer by  Kimi (432)

This could be from trauma, from an infection, or from cancer, so it is best to take your hamster to the vet. You can use saline drops to keep your hamster comfortable and keep the eye moist, but if the eye swelling does not go away within a day or so, go to the vet.

Answer by  Lvbopeep (80)

Your hamster's eye could be bulging out due to infection, cancer or an upper respiratory disease. Take your hamster to the vet as soon as possible.