My dog's lick granuloma: Should I cover it or let it air for healing?

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Update on the red lump on my dogs front wrist. I'm pretty sure it's a lick granuloma. I've had to put a bandaid with polysporin on it as my dog wouldn't leave it alone. The swelling is finally going down, and it's stopped bleeding and leaking. She does have allergies to grass and gets quite itchy. As long as I clean it everyday, is it ok to keep it covered, or should I let it air out for a few hours, then re-bandage? This is the only way I have right now to keep her from licking it. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Female | spayed | 2 years and 9 months old | 52 lbs

Destini R. Holloway, DVM · Accepted Answer

Lick granuloma's should be allowed to have oxygen, because tissues need oxygen to heal. If this is the only way to keep her from licking it, then another course of treatment should be sought. I would recommend consulting with your vet who can get her on a longer more effective treatment for this, such as medication specifically designed for treating lick granulomas. Also any secondary infections need to be treated with oral antibiotics, as most of the problem with these lies just underneath the skin where topical medictaion cannot reach. I would also consider soaking the paw in a Betadine solution diulted 50:50 with water. This can really help cut down on the bacterial load. Then do a sterile saline flush of the area for several minutes after. Here is more information on lick granulomas and the various treatments available to pets --> https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239&id=4951978 Best of luck with your pet Angel and finally resolving this lick granuloma. Take care.

My dog's lick granuloma: Should I cover it or let it air for healing?

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