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What to do for a white bump on my dog's eye until the vet opens?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Hello! I just noticed this small white bump on my pugs eye, can you help diagnose it? My vet is closed atm as it is the middle of the night where I am.

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Answered By Dr. Elizabeth

Veterinarian

Published on February 22nd, 2020

Lesions like this can be a few things including a skin tumor, an ingrown hair, an infection or a blocked pore. You may monitor this lesion for the next week. Protect the area from scratching or rubbing with an elizabethan collar if needed and you may apply a warm (not hot) compress twice a day for 5 minutes. Check the lesion every day. If the lesion does not start improving within a week or if it is getting worse, have him examined by the veterinarian. I hope this helps and please feel free to post any additional questions.

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