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My dog has a growing bump on its forehead. What should I do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Female | spayed | 10 years and 7 months old | 190 lbs

My dog has this on the forehead and it keeps growing. I don’t know what it is and how to treat it ASAP. Dog visits are so expensive here. Please help.

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on December 22nd, 2019

It could be a sebaceous tumor. These are typically benign but can become ulcerated and infected. Without a physical exam and a biopsy or fine needle aspirate though, it is impossible to say definitively. Since it is growing, Sasha should be seen by your veterinarian for an exam and diagnostics.

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