09/20 Dallas AMPS 99

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Is there anything I can do for his poor little ears? They're getting red and bruised even though I do apply pressure after poking and he seems to be more uncomfortable and fighting me a little bit more. I put vaseline on his ears before poking each time.
 
Dallas boy said:
Is there anything I can do for his poor little ears? They're getting red and bruised even though I do apply pressure after poking and he seems to be more uncomfortable and fighting me a little bit more. I put vaseline on his ears before poking each time.
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Are you avoiding poking the marginal vein?

Some people have found coconut oil helps. Here are some other ear car tips from the home testing sticky:

Ear Care
Since our kitties must endure so many tests, what are some ways to take care of the ears?
  • Hold a wet, cool baby washcloth on the poke site immediately after the test to prevent bruising.
  • Put Emla cream on the test sites after each test. It only takes a tiny dab and you can wipe it off before the next test. Emla cream requires a prescription from your vet. Neosporin with has been found to contain a toxin to cats, polymixin and should be avoided.
  • You can purchase Ledum 30C homeopathic remedy at any health food store. Dissolve one tablet in a small bottle of pure water and then apply one or two drops to each ear every day. Ledum is great for puncture wounds.
 
Bandit's Mom said:
Are you avoiding poking the marginal vein?

Some people have found coconut oil helps. Here are some other ear car tips from the home testing sticky:

Ear Care
Since our kitties must endure so many tests, what are some ways to take care of the ears?
  • Hold a wet, cool baby washcloth on the poke site immediately after the test to prevent bruising.
  • Put Emla cream on the test sites after each test. It only takes a tiny dab and you can wipe it off before the next test. Emla cream requires a prescription from your vet. Neosporin with has been found to contain a toxin to cats, polymixin and should be avoided.
  • You can purchase Ledum 30C homeopathic remedy at any health food store. Dissolve one tablet in a small bottle of pure water and then apply one or two drops to each ear every day. Ledum is great for puncture wounds.
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These are great! thank you so much! I do try my hardest to avoid poking the marginal vein.
 
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