My dog's face lump is shrinking with warm compress, see a vet?

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My dog had a lump on her face but sinces ibe been putting a warm compress on it its been getting smaller. She is opening her mouth 3/4 of the way now. I was wondering if i should continue or still check in with a vet in a few days. Ps she is acting more lile herself. Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Female | unspayed | 7 months and 28 days old | 5 lbs

David Darvishian · Accepted Answer

Hi and thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! I'm sorry Bella is having this problem. The most common reasons for a lump include inflammation/infection, a foreign body such as a thorn or other, a seroma or fluid filled sac, a hematoma or sac full of blood. Also an insect/spider bite and trauma are all possible. Based on her age, a tumor is less likely. Sounds like the warm compresses are helping and she is regaining more function. If the lump completely resolves I think you are in the clear. But if the lump persists, worsens, or comes back and/or the opening of the mouth is still affected, I would advise having your veterinarian take a look. A physical exam, cytology of a sample of the discharge or a culture may be indicated. Also an X-ray may be needed to assess the bone structures and the soft tissue. Good luck with Bella.

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