My senior lab has cancer & low platelets. What should I watch for?

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my 11 yr female lab has sac adenocarcinoma and can't have surgery because of low red platelets. What should I watch for and is the fear of a bleed more than cancer? also has large tumor on her shoulder that can't be removed. On tramadol and rimydal. Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Female | spayed | 11 years and 4 months old | 85 lbs

Jacqueline Nobles, DVM, DACVECC · Accepted Answer

The low platelets may be secondary to her cancer. This is referred to as a paraneoplastic syndrome. You should monitor for decreased appetite, lethargy and difficulty defecating especially if sublimbar lymph nodes are enlarged. Hypercalcemia is a common problem associated with anal sac tumors. Bleeding is not likely but ultimately depends on platelet count. I would advise you to consult with a veterinary oncologist to discuss all of your options.

My senior lab has cancer & low platelets. What should I watch for?

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