Ulcer In Back Of Mouth

[Guest SusanP]

Our vet found some sort of ulcer in the back of Dr.Doug's mouth or throat (not sure which at this point-he's still under) and are doing a biopsy. I'm probably borrowing trouble, but what kinds of cancer present like that? I saw a reference to 'bad' tumors in that area, but nothing specific. Has anyone had a dog with anything like this? I'm getting more and more worried. Dougie is 8.

Edited July 30, 2008 by SusanP

[kudzu]

Don't know but my boy had a dental last week. He had ulcers in the back of his mouth. Turns out his has stomatitis. His ulcers are an immune reaction to plaque. I had feared he would loose multiple teeth because his gums looked so inflamed despite daily brushings & use of a dental gel. Removing all the plaque was the start of the treatment, from here I'll work to keep it from building up again. (He had a lot when I adopted him so it's been a loosing battle.) In addition to those ulcers he also had a small tumor removed along with the adjoining tooth. Just got the call a little while ago. The biopsy from the tumor is back & it was benign.

 

So although he had ulcers plus a tumor, there was no cancer. Hope all turns out well with your pup.

[patricia]

Sending prayers that this is a "nothing" I know our vet always checks mouths and throats for melanoma. Please keep us updated. I just know that you will get good news.