Should benign tumors be removed?
In many cases, benign tumors need no treatment. Doctors may simply use “watchful waiting” to make sure they cause no problems. But treatment may be needed if symptoms are a problem. Surgery is a common type of treatment for benign tumors.
What kind of cancer does my Dachshund have?
My oldest female (nearly 11 now) had 7 of those fatty tumors removed about a month ago. They had to be removed to check for malignancy. One week after they were removed (and they were all benign), we found another one that just suddenly appeared. Took her back to the vet, he did a needle biopsy, and it was cancerous.
Can a benign tumor in a dog be surgically removed?
If it is benign and not distressing your dog, the veterinarian most likely will prefer to leave it alone. This is because of the slight risks with anesthesia; some surgical complications are not worth risking the health of your dog for a common growth.
What should I do if my dachshund has a lump in his chest?
An X-ray would show masses in the chest or abdomen. If the dermal masses turn out to be benign they would only have to be excised completely if they were creating a mechanical problem for your dog. If masses were discovered in the chest or abdomen of your dog, than you could elect to have an echocardiogram and an abdominal ultrasound.
What are the results of a benign tumor removal?
The results of a tumor removal procedure depend on the type of tumor and the purpose of the treatment. Most benign tumors can be removed successfully with no risk of the abnormal cells spreading to other parts of the body and little risk of the tumor returning.
My oldest female (nearly 11 now) had 7 of those fatty tumors removed about a month ago. They had to be removed to check for malignancy. One week after they were removed (and they were all benign), we found another one that just suddenly appeared. Took her back to the vet, he did a needle biopsy, and it was cancerous.
An X-ray would show masses in the chest or abdomen. If the dermal masses turn out to be benign they would only have to be excised completely if they were creating a mechanical problem for your dog. If masses were discovered in the chest or abdomen of your dog, than you could elect to have an echocardiogram and an abdominal ultrasound.
What kind of lumps does Chloe the Dachshund have?
*I have two dachsunds, one 16, a long hair. And the other is 14 and a short hair. My Chloe the shorthair has some lumps around her neck and chest.
How is a biopsy done on a dachshund?
The biopsies could be performed either by fine needle aspirate, which just involves a needle, or via punch biopsy, which would involve a local anesthetic, and one or two sutures. The latter method would yield a more definitive diagnosis.