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My dog has a fluid-filled bump. What is it and is it serious?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 10 lbs

There is a clear bump with some fluid on my dog. What can it be? Please help.

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Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on May 25th, 2017

It could be a cyst, an abscess or even a tumor, i would recommend taking Chip to the vet in order to get it checked, if it is a cyst it will only need drainage, if it's an abscess it will require antibiotic treatment.

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