My dog's mast cell tumor is swollen and painful. Can I use a compress?

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My dog has a mast cell tumor on the back of his leg that is being treated (palliative care) with chemo therapy, prednisone and benadryl. However, after those medications, his leg is still so swollen and he seems like he is in pain/very lethargic. His groin is also quite bruised. Can I apply a cold or hot compress for the swelling? Is there anything else I can do? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | neutered | 54 lbs

Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

Yes, you can do it (cold compress for 5minutes 3-4 times daily) and massage the leg gently from the paw to the body. An immediate check up is needed though as this could be due to an allergic reaction due to the tumor itself.

My dog's mast cell tumor is swollen and painful. Can I use a compress?

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