Strange lump?

Just back in from a short walk.

Noticed a fairly red and raised area, in the inside of a rear leg.

Maybe about the size of a 5p. Looks 'fresh', if that makes sense.

Obviously going to get it checked out, but anyone else had anything like that?

It sounds like either an allergic reaction to something (cut grass?) or a scrape.

I'd put some Sudocrem on it and give half a Piriton tablet. If that doesn't do the trick within 24 hours, get it checked out.

Caryll wrote:It sounds like either an allergic reaction to something (cut grass?) or a scrape.

I'd put some Sudocrem on it and give half a Piriton tablet. If that doesn't do the trick within 24 hours, get it checked out.

Will do this now

Thanks

Let us know what happens.

Of course, will do.

Cheers

Steve

He's licked the Sudocrem off, but has eaten the tablet.

Most dogs don't like Sudocrem!

My boy can't reach the inside of his thigh!

Caryll wrote:Most dogs don't like Sudocrem!

My boy can't reach the inside of his thigh!

He ate it as if it were the finest cream.

It's a tumour

Went to see vet today, she said she is '99% sure that it is benign', however she did recommend it be removed, which it is, on Wed.

I won't know for sure that it is benign, until about Tue or Wed of next week.

Had this with Chloe a while ago she had a small lump, looked like a spot.. They booked her for op said it may be skin cancer....

She had it checked after removal and it was benign, I think I have a pic of it still

Thats such a shame that he has to have a op but it will probabilly be such a simple one he won't even notice.
It was caught quickly and he is so young/fit and healthy so hopefully all will be well, let us know how it goes yeah

Just to add....

Thinking of you.. It's so hard when they are poorly

Thanks everyone.

I don't think I can get this out of my head, until it is all done and dusted, it will be next week before I know it is benign for sure.

I lost a dog through cancer, v suddenly, a few years ago, and that was heartbreaking, however, in that example the vets could not operate, as it was inside his stomach and was large, and had branched out.

I was meant to go away on Fri, until Tue, first break in three years.

But I have cancelled that now, of course.

Steve

Oh, poor you, you must be so worried. The thing is, though, that if it is benign then even if it isn't removed it won't affect her health. Although it could get bigger and be a nuisance.

Good like for Wednesday, let's hope ther's no problem.

Caryll wrote:Oh, poor you, you must be so worried. The thing is, though, that if it is benign then even if it isn't removed it won't affect her health. Although it could get bigger and be a nuisance.

Good like for Wednesday, let's hope ther's no problem.

She did mention that, the vet, that he could potentially knock it, and injure it.

The op part I can deal with.

It's the 1% of doubt that concerns me.

I'm unlucky in this sort of way.

janey wrote:We're all here if you need to chat

Thanks.

Guess there is not much I can do, but wait it all out, in the end.

I wish it could all be determined in one day.

janey wrote:Hey, try and think positive, there is nothing you can do now, as much as we would like too be able to help. Positive thoughts sent your way, Xx

I know, Janey, that's the frustrating part.

x

Ti Amo Edinburgh wrote:

Caryll wrote:Oh, poor you, you must be so worried. The thing is, though, that if it is benign then even if it isn't removed it won't affect her health. Although it could get bigger and be a nuisance.

Good like for Wednesday, let's hope ther's no problem.

She did mention that, the vet, that he could potentially knock it, and injure it.

The op part I can deal with.

It's the 1% of doubt that concerns me.

I'm unlucky in this sort of way.

But even if it's nasty, you've caught it early so he could be completely cured!

Caryll wrote:

Ti Amo Edinburgh wrote:

Caryll wrote:Oh, poor you, you must be so worried. The thing is, though, that if it is benign then even if it isn't removed it won't affect her health. Although it could get bigger and be a nuisance.

Good like for Wednesday, let's hope ther's no problem.

She did mention that, the vet, that he could potentially knock it, and injure it.

The op part I can deal with.

It's the 1% of doubt that concerns me.

I'm unlucky in this sort of way.

But even if it's nasty, you've caught it early so he could be completely cured!

Well, that is true.

I have all my fingers and toes crossed, he has such a good nature.

Ti Amo Edinburgh wrote:I have all my fingers and toes crossed, he has such a good nature.

So have we!

He had his op today.

They have removed lump/tumour, and still feel confident that it is nothing sinister.

I will get the full results, by the end of the week, Mon or Tue, at the latest.

A few stitches, bit sleepy with the anasthetic.

They have given me one of those plastic collars, not had it on him yet, as he has only tried to lick area twice, and both times took a 'no'.

Probably should really put it on him while I am asleep, lest he does gnaw at them, I just hate using them, and I KNOW he ain't gonna appreicate it.

janey wrote:Totally forgot it was today, sorry, really pleased the op went well, I'm hoping it's pretty straight forward. Poor baby, its always such an ordeal whether they show it or not. He'll be back to normal in know time but its gonna be a long few days for you. Xx hugs all round

Thanks J.

*Still glowering at this plastic bucket collar*

janey wrote:If he is leaving the sitches I wouldn't upset him, he'll be so drowsey after the op so should sleep right through, see how he is tomorrow. I don't know what these wounds look like but mine left her stitches after her 'spay' op alone xx

Yeah, I was pondering that.

The worse one I had, was when I had a Bull Terrier with an aural hematoma(sp?).

He had the bucket thing - and due to it being summer, and the area that was affected, it stank!

janey wrote:Nasty, not ever had to use one yet. Hope all is ok, really, must be a nervous wait but think positive Xx

It's just horrible, has been since I saw it.

It's like that way when you break up with someone, go to sleep, wake up in the morning okay for two mins, then it comes back into your thoughts...

If that makes sense.

janey wrote:Yer, it does, wish I could be of help but its up to you now to be strong. Whatever happens, be it good or bad, there is nothing you can do and if it is the latter then it can be successfully treated. So easy to say, but please try not to worry Xx

I am more relaxed about it, than I was.

They did mention trying out some steroid cream, but, to be honest, I think I have done the right thing having it removed, as the cream may have done nothing, it would be a week or so later, and the issue would most likely still be an issue.

Aww only just seen this and im so sorry but be positive he has health and a good family behind him got my fingers crossed everythings okay for him

sorry i didnt see this either, i dont no how i missed it! Glad everything went ok with the OP. They dont half worry u at times dont they! x

blaze wrote:sorry i didnt see this either, i dont no how i missed it! Glad everything went ok with the OP. They dont half worry u at times dont they! x

It's their 'job'.!

I ended up putting that plastic collar on him through the night, reasoned it was best to be safe than take the risk of him pulling his stitches out.

I wonder if these are the sort of stitches that need to be physically removed, or if we have moved on from that?