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What should I do about a red bump on my dog's eyelid, is it serious?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Shih Tzu | Male | neutered | 13 lbs

my dog has a red bump on his eyelid

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on April 25th, 2019

It may be a cyst or local infection/irritation. Monitor for rapid change or growth, discharge or bleeding as well as discomfort. Ideally, he can be examined by your veterinarian to diagnose the underlying cause and provide the appropriate treatment. If he is pawing or rubbing at it, place an e-collar (cone) on him until he sees the vet.

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    Answered By Debi Matlack

    Veterinary Technician

    Published on December 7th, 2016

    She may have an insect bite or some small focal skin infection, possibly bacterial or fungal. I recommend getting it seen by your vet for diagnosis and treatment. It could need nothing mroe than some ointment to help it heal, but if it becomes itchy or sore, she may start to rub her eye and end up injuring the eyeball itself. Your vet can do an exam and possibly try to identify any material they can get from the lesion under the microscope in order to determine what the actual cause of the sore is and find out how best to treat it.

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    Answered By Ana M, DVM

    Veterinarian

    Published on August 5th, 2019

    Thank you for submitting your question regarding Teacup. Unfortunately, the pictures are blurry. The red area appears to affecting the skin over her eyelid. She could have a skin infection. Eyelids growths typically occur along the eyelid margin. I recommend that she sees her veterinarian to determine if she requires treatment. In the meantime, do not allow her to paw at the eye. I hope this information helps!

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    Answered By Megan, DVM, CVA

    Veterinarian

    Published on June 17th, 2018

    Poor girl! This could be a little bug bite, a local infection, or even a small wound from a traumatic event like running into a bush, couch, fence, etc. I would try some Benadryl and if it isn’t improved by in the morning I would have your vet take a look at it. I wouldn’t put any meds on it since it is so close to her eye. Your vet will be able to prescribe an antibiotic ointment which is also safe for the eye. They will also be able prescribe some antibiotics and anti-inflammatory pain meds if needed. If the swelling or bump is getting larger rapidly tonight I would take her to your emergency clinic. I hope this helps! https://www.petcoach.co/canigive/dog/benadryl/

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