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Should I Have Him Biopsy-ed? My 7 months old Charlie is getting neutered today. He's also getting 9 baby teeth pulled (ugh!) and microchiped. His total bill will be around $1000 because he's also getting a lump on his neck removed. They tested his lump earlier and it came back as "unknown" and that there was inflammation. But the chances of it being cancerous according to the vet is very low or close to none. But since he's under anyway, might as well remove it to be safe. Now the vet just called and asked me if we should send the removed mass to the lab to be tested. That's another $100. I really am over my budget and want to see what everyone thinks in regards to doing that. Do you think it's necessary? If so, I'll do it but if it's removed already - what's the point ... then I'd really should save the money ... What do you think?? Please help. |
I would probably go ahead with the biopsy for the peace of mind. And if, God forbid) it comes back positive, you want to know what to do right away. |
Mine get lumps sometimes that are really old sores from their siblings and Mom playing to rough. They go away in time so it probably nothing to worry about. It up to you but if your vet really thinks its not cancer and you do have a baby not an older dog I would not spend the extra money. I just went through having a mole removed from a rescue cat that came in and I didn't have it biopsied. She is fine and I am sure your bundle of joy will be to. Good luck with the surgery. I would be concerned though about the anesthesia your vet is using. I don't want to scare you but some yorkies just do not do well on certain types of anesthesia. I would find out! |
Eck! I've already dropped Charlie to the vet this morning - too late to find out ... hope it'll be alright. I am very nervous. Thanks for the info about the lump ... vet bills can be so expensive!! |
Yes - I would :( |
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