My dog has thyroid cancer. What are the treatment options?

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New diagnosis of an 8 yr old boxer. Thyroid cancer. 2 masses felt in neck about size of gold ball. Weight loss. Dysphasia. No appetite. Thirsty and urinating but emesis when drinks. Do I consider chemo radiation?

Dr. Strydom, DVM · Accepted Answer

I'm so sorry to hear this. Whether or not to do chemotherapy/radiation is a personal choice. It is completely up to you. If you have the financial means to do so and the dog is in good health otherwise then I see no reason no to do so. If the dog is very ill and/or you do not have the finances then you may elect not to pursue this treatment. Again, it is a personal choice. I suggest you consult a veterinary oncologist to get more information on the specific type of cancer he has and what the prognosis is. Even with chemotherapy and radiation sometimes the survival rate is still very low. Answers to those questions are best done by an oncologist. I hope this helps. Best wishes.

My dog has thyroid cancer. What are the treatment options?

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