Why are my dog's jaw, shoulder, and armpit lumps swollen for months?

Certainly, what you are feeling could be his submandibular lymph nodes. The infection may not be originating from the lymph nodes, but it could be from something else in that region, or even from a systemic problem like a tick borne disease. This could also be a sign of cancer (lymphoma), and although it would be less likely in a dog as young as Beau, I would get this checked out ASAP.

Swelling of the lymph nodes, especially when multiple lymph nodes around the body are swollen, is something that should be addressed by a veterinarian as soon as possible. Your veterinarian would most likely do a fine needle aspirate which means they would insert a small needle into the lymph nodes to draw out a sample. They would then look at this sample under a microscope. Widespread lymph node enlargement could be a type of cancer called lymphoma. It could also be an infection throughout the body. The cough could be related to infection or could result from enlarged lymph nodes in the chest. A chest x-ray may be necessary to find the cause of the cough.

Hi there and thank you for using Boop by Petco to address your concern. Based on your description, it appears that this could be a skin infection / irritation. Without pictures and without examining Zoey, it is difficult to say for sure. The large swellings under the armpits could be enlarged lymph nodes due to the bacterial skin infection. I would recommend having a veterinarian take a look at this so that the most appropriate diagnostic and treatment recommendations can be made. I hope this helps! Please let me know if you have any other questions or concerns and I would be more than happy to help you further.

Thanks for using Boop by Petco! These could be benign or malignant growths. These could even represent infection sites or lymph nodes. There is no way of knowing what it is just based on its appearance. This is often differentiated by a test called a fine needle aspirate (FNA) which is a pain free, inexpensive and easy procedure which in most cases will help reach a diagnosis. Sometimes a biopsy is needed for a definitive diagnosis. I recommend that you have her evaluated by your veterinarian for further assessment and treatment. I am really hoping for something benign. Good luck and have a good day!

It sounds like this swelling could be an infection, which could be caused by a dental problem or an abscess, among other causes. What you are describing from before sounds like an allergic reaction, which can be treated with antihistamines. Allergies would typically cause symmetrical swelling, not just on one side, which is why I'm lead to believe she has an infection. Because I can't see Sophia in person, I can't say for certain that it's an infection, but I would recommend listening to your vet who has seen her in person.

Hello and thanks for using Boop by Petco! It is difficult to know without seeing the lumps, but I would be concerned that they are enlarged lymph nodes based on your description of the locations of the lumps. There are lymph nodes in the groin, under the jaw (where the back edge of the jaw meets the neck) and on the back part of the knees. When multiple lymph nodes are enlarged, I start to worry about either an widespread infection or a type of cancer called lymphoma. I think the best course of action would be to have Cain Hodge examined by a veterinarian and determine what those lumps are. They may not be lymph nodes and could be something completely different. The vet will most likely recommend a test called a fine needle aspirate. This is where a small needle is inserted into the lumps, cells are drawn out and then the vet looks at them under the microscope. Based on this test, they can usually make a diagnosis and recommend further testing or treatments that need to be done. I hope

Wow, poor Roxy is quite swollen! It could be her lymph nodes that are swollen, and this could be caused by a severe infection or lymphoma. She has to see a vet as soon as possible for this, especially because it is getting more swollen. The vet can perform a test called a fine needle aspirate on the swellings if it is her lymph nodes. To do this, the vet sticks a small needle into the lymph nodes to get a sample of it's cells, and examines the cells on a slide under a microscope. It's usually painless to the animal, and relatively quick to perform. Once a diagnosis is made, the vet can discuss treatment options with you. Please bring her into a vet as soon as possible.

These could be swollen lymphnodes and need to be examined by a veterinarian. Lymphnodes are the filter stations of the body and catch every cell or cell debris that is not wanted in the body. This could be bacteria, viruses, destroyed blood cells, inflammatory cells and cancer cells. So June could have some inflammation somewhere in the region of these lymphnodes. These lumps could also be from insect bites, or salivary cysts or similar. Please make an appointment with your veterinarian for an exam.

The locations that you are describing likely involve Bailey's mandibular and axillary lymph nodes. Lymph nodes can become enlarged as a reaction to certain inflammatory conditions, or even to cancer. I would be surprised if her recent influenza vaccine or diet changes are involved. She needs to see her vet in the next day or two for an exam and fine needle aspirates of the affected lymph nodes. The fine needle aspirate entails sticking a needle into lymph node to draw out a few cells (its relatively quick and painless!) before examining the cells microscopically.

Lymph nodes can become enlarged because they are draining an infection or inflammatory part of the body, because the lymphatic flow is being disrupted, or because of cancer in the nodes. I would discuss additional diagnostics with your vet, which may vary depending on which lymph nodes are involved. Aspiration of the affected lymph nodes is easy and can often be done without sedation. The samples are sent to a pathologist for review. X-rays of the chest and or abdomen may be indicated. Ultrasound of the abdomen may be needed. Dental cleaning and removal of diseased teeth if the lymph nodes are near the head.