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My Boston Terrier has a fluid sac from sarcoma. What else to do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Boston Terrier | Male | neutered | 11 years and 10 months old | 20 lbs

10 year old Boston Terrier with large fluid filled sac on left shoulder area. Diagnosed with spindle cell sarcoma. on cyclophosphamide and piroxicam 3 months. Drain large fluid sac every 4 days. Refills quickly. Vet does not know why the fluid. What else to do? What about Turmeric?

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Answered By Linda G, MS, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on January 21st, 2019

Hello. Turmeric is a mild anti-inflammatory that does seem to have some anti-tumor activity, but I would certainly not rely on just this. I would seek out the assistance of a veterinary oncologist who will be totally up to date on what the best course of treatment is for Patrick. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

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