My older dog's eye growth affects vision. Will it return if removed?

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My older dog has this growth thing above her left eye. It's huge and scary but we've been told if we did anything with it (like remove it), it would just grow right back. It is affecting how she see's I imagine. It is breaking my heart but we don't have a vet close by. It would mean a day off work and hundreds of $$. It is like that whenever we walk into the vet. (which is a lot, we have 4 rescues) Thank you for your help! Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Female | spayed | 19 lbs

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 her evaluated by your veterinarian for further assessment and treatment. I am really hoping for something benign. Regardless if benign or malignant, removal should be considered to try to make her more comfortable. How likely it is to come back after removal will depend on what kind of growth this is and how malignant it is. Good luck and have a good night!

My older dog's eye growth affects vision. Will it return if removed?

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