My dog has a fast-growing lump above her anus. What could it be?

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  Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

  Licensed Veterinary Technician

  Published on February 10th, 2017

  Any firm mass or nodule in a senior pet can be case for concern. You can monitor it for rapid change or growth. See your veterinarian if you notice any changes or if it cause discomfort or impedes function. After a physical exam, your veterinarian can perform a fine needle aspirate to collect a sample for pathology. Treatment, if indicated, will depend on the results of the exam and diagnostics.

  

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  Answered By Stephanie Echols, DVM

  Veterinarian

  Published on September 12th, 2017

  Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach and attaching a picture. I recommend having a vet take a look at the lump and sticking a needle in it. It looks like it could be a cyst (fluid-filled mass) Which is not concerning. If not, they can look at the cells of the mass under a microscope and possibly determine if it is something serious. They may recommend removing it while its small or continuing to monitor for growth. Good luck and kisses to Jasper!

  

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  Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

  Veterinarian

  Published on March 28th, 2018

  This lump needs to be checked and analysed as there are many conditions and types of tumors that could look like that. take Zoey to the vet, they will perform a fine needle aspiration on the growth and send it to the lab for analysis. when the result comes, the vet will advise what needs to be done according to the diagnosis.

  

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