My dog has a small red bump above his eye. What's that growth?

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He has a little red bump above his right eye which is about a millimeter in diameter. It doesn’t seem to bother him nor is it itchy. Is this a skin condition? Or is it a histiocystoma which requires surgical intervention? Pet's info: Dog | Staffordshire Bull Terrier | Male | neutered | 9 months and 20 days old

Ricardo Fernandez, DVM · Accepted Answer

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! This could be a benign or malignant growth. 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 him evaluated by your veterinarian for further assessment and treatment. I am really hoping for something benign. Good luck and have a good night!

My dog has a small red bump above his eye. What's that growth?

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