What To Do After Receiving Your Pet's Ear Test ResultsUpdated 9 days ago
What happens next depends on your pet’s test results, health status, and lifestyle. Here’s a quick guide:
Normal Test Results:
If your pet’s test comes back normal, this result is typical and healthy for most pets, and no further action may be needed. However, even with a normal test result, if your pet has symptoms like redness, itchiness, or discharge, it could be a sign of allergies. Over-the-counter solutions often ease symptoms, but if they persist, it’s best to consult with your veterinarian.
Caution Test Results:
If your pet’s test comes back as caution, results may be normal for some pets, but may be abnormal for others, especially if accompanied by itching, redness, or discharge. In some cases, over-the-counter solutions may soothe symptoms and resolve minor infection but if symptoms persist, it’s best to consult with your veterinarian.
Abnormal Test Results:
If your pet's test comes back abnormal, start by visiting our Dog Ear Learning Center or Cat Ear Learning Center for FAQs and helpful advice based on the bacteria or yeast your pet tested abnormal for. Abnormal results are higher than normal for most pets and treatment should be considered soon. While over-the-counter solutions may help ease symptoms, the results suggest an infection that likely needs prescription treatment. If your pet recently finished treatment, restarting or adjusting it might be necessary. We recommend consulting with your veterinarian.
Additional Care Options:
If your pet's test results are abnormal or symptoms persist, here are some helpful next steps:
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Important Note:
Please remember that MySimplePetLab customer support cannot provide pet-specific medical advice. While we're here to help with general questions, we encourage you to contact a local or virtual veterinarian for guidance tailored to your pet’s health. Test results are not a diagnosis – a full examination by a vet, including health history and potentially additional tests, is necessary to create the right treatment plan for your pet.
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