My dog has nasal congestion, snorting, and a neck lump. What's wrong?

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My dog had a severe nose bleed. Diagnosed with thrombocytopenia. He has been on and tapering off pred and Imuran. He developed what sounds like nasal congestion and snorting noises. I noticed lump on the side of his neck. He did not want to go for walk today. What could the lump and nasal noises mean? Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Male | neutered | 75 lbs

Laura Johnson VMD · Accepted Answer

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Poor Gunner! The nasal congestion and snorting may mean there is inflammation, infection or new bleeding or a mass in his nose. Thrombocytopenia sadly can be triggered by cancer somewhere in the body. The lump on his neck, if it is under his jaw or below his ear could be a lymph node. It could be big from draining his nose or from cancer. These symptoms could be appearing as the Pred is weaned because at the higher doses it was suppressing them. If Gunner is lethargic and has new symptoms I highly recommend you have him looked at today. Hopefully your Vet is still open and can see him today

My dog has nasal congestion, snorting, and a neck lump. What's wrong?

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