I have had melanoma so I know more than I wish I did. First of all doctors, dermatologists and vets make mistakes and can't always tell just by looking at it. I had melanoma long after the first time I asked about it.
If it were me (again) my pet, or another loved one I would consider 2 choices. One is have the entire sore and surrounding area removed, make sure there are "clear margins" in the biospy.
The second choice would be to have a punch biopsy done. This is a quick procedure and on people they do it with a local anesthesia. If it comes back as cancer, they can do a more extensive surgery.
Good luck with the pup.
And people, use sunblock, hats, long sleeves, see a dermatologist for a full body skin check at least once a year. women, check your legs. if you have a man in your life, check his back. More men die b/c it is on their back where no one sees it.
Have your hairdresser check you head and let you know if she sees anything. My hairdresser saved a woman's life that way.
Did that sound like a public service announcement? sorry, i get crazy about this. |