Symptom
A pet rubbing its face or avoiding touch
If a pet rubs its face with a paw or avoids touch to the muzzle, this may be a sign of oral pain or discomfort.
Most common possible causes
- —Tooth pain
- —Gingivitis
- —Foreign body
- —Trauma
When not to postpone an exam
- ✓Persistent face rubbing
- ✓Avoiding touch
- ✓Changes while eating
Urgent help needed
- ✓Rapidly increasing swelling
- ✓Refusal of food and water
- ✓A sudden deterioration in condition
What not to do at home
- —Do not force the mouth open for inspection
What diagnostics may be needed
- ✓Consultation
- ✓COHAT and dental radiography when needed
Discomfort may be caused by hidden pathology.
How treatment may proceed
- ✓Depends on the diagnosis after examination
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