 Possible Mast Cell Tumot
I took Lexi to the vet today for a lump in her ear. The vet did a small needle aspiration and is concerned about "possible" mast cells she may have seen. She did admit to not getting a very large amount of tissue to see in the microscope. But recommends surgery to remove and send to a pathologist. Lexi is only 3 years old and everything I read says possible Histiocytomas. I like this vet but I did not get a good feeling about her truth in finding mast cells on the microscope. She seemed so quick to recommend surgery. Perhaps she is being over cautious. Has anyone heard of mast cell in this young a dog? I am thinking of taking her for a second opinion but hate the thought of them sticking her with a needle again. Surgery is far more evasive. But With surgery the lump is gone and my mind is at ease. Its not about the cost of surgery because I will do that in a minute. Its more not putting her thru it if its not necessary. And I just have this bad feeling about the vet making some money at Lexis expense, or being over cautious because she did not get a good sample. She just seemed so passive about it. If she saw something for sure, wouldn't she just say, "Lexi needs to have it removed." ?
Maybe time for a new vet? Any advise is appreciated. Perhaps I already know what I need to do but appreciate anyone in the vet area that would have some insight on this. |