wobbling rat

Question
I have had my pet rat for about 2 months and about 2 weeks ago she has been favoring one side and rolling over uncontrollably. She is eating and drinking but its a struggle to find her balance. We are a family who doesn't believe in overtreatments for pets and spending 100.00 on a vet is too much. Do you have any recommendations?

Answer
I am afraid you may have to bend a bit on your beliefs because your rat needs a vet.  She has an inner ear infection and can be cured with proper treatment.  It should not cost $100 to see the vet but if thats what it takes to get her better...why wouldnt you want to do that for her?

Here is info on inner ear infections:

http://www.freewebs.com/crittercity/offbalanceheadtilt.htm