How will an ear infection affect the readings?
In the clinical study that was published in JAVMA that is referenced above, ear infections had no affect on the ear temperature. However, if an animal has a severe ear infection, using the Vet-Temp may be contraindicated due to sensitivity of the ear canal. Advanced Monitors recommends that when an animal has an injured or infected ear, the clinician should take the temperature from the other ear. If both ears are infected and sensitive, the clinician may have to resort to a traditional rectal temperature.
