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help!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Question
my pat rat, ive only had her for a month is acting strange and im really worried. she isnt lifting her head, she is doing strange rolls, and is really listless. please help me...

Answer
This is a serious problem, either a severe ear infection or a neurological problem.  I'm afraid the only thing you can do is take her to the vet right away, as it will only get worse without proper treatment.  If it is an ear infection it may be able to be cured with antibiotics but most often rolling behaviours are a neurological impairment and result in death.  Please take her to the vet right away and let me know how it turns out!  Good luck!