My dog has a testicular tumor and belly lump. Is surgery needed?

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My 9 year old Lhasa also has a tumor at the testical and belly spot . Please advice me about the disease and it's severity and the best medication possible. Please reply quick. Pet's info: Dog | Lhasa Apso | Male | unneutered | 5.5 lbs

Andrea M. Brodie, DVM · Accepted Answer

A testicular tumor will need to be removed surgically by a veterinarian. This is a relatively simple procedure, usually achieved by castration. Re the mass at the belly button: This may be an umbilical hernia which can be fixed at the same time as the tumor is removed. If you gently press on the mass and it can be pushed back into the abdomen, it is a hernia. Both of these conditions need to be fixed surgically.

My dog has a testicular tumor and belly lump. Is surgery needed?

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