patricia Posted December 7, 2008 Share Posted December 7, 2008 Chanting hematoma. Quote Patti-Mommy of Lady Sophia 7-28-92 - 8-3-04... LaceyLaine 8-2-94-12-5-07... Flash Gordon 7-14-99 - 8-29-09... BrookLynne...Pavé Maria... and 18 Bridge Kids. WATCHING OVER US~SOPHIA~QUEENIE~LACEY LAINE~ CODY ANGELO~FLASH GORDON. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carronstar Posted December 7, 2008 Share Posted December 7, 2008 Sending lots of prayers and good thoughts that removal will solve the problem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greytmonty Posted December 8, 2008 Share Posted December 8, 2008 The vet called and the results of the needle aspiration are not good. Apparently this is a gross kind of screening test so conclusions are not clear just from this test. Monty has a round cell tumour. Based solely on the aspirate, if noone had examined him, the results would lean toward histiocytoma. This is a totally benign growth (he had one on his skin last year) and the prognosis is excellent. HOWEVER, that diagnosis does not match the clinical picture. Based on the size, feel, rapidity of growth, and presentation, my vet feels that this is not likely but still possible. If it is not, then it is something worse, and the two most likely candidates would be: histiocytic sarcoma (very bad prognosis, worst case scenario) or lymphoma (treated with chemo, vet gives him 1-2 years). Whatever it is, he needs it removed and they need to biopsy it to determine the diagnosis and treatment plan. he will have it removed Friday. My vet feels confident doing the surgery. They are all U Penn grads and treat a lot of greys. Monty is loved there and my vet feels she can get clean margins. She did offer us the option of referral to U Penn to an oncology specialty surgeon. She said it would be fine if we went there. She said it would be much much more expensive and is really a judgment call. At this point I am thinking I want my vet to do the surgery. In part, frankly, because of the cost, but also because my vet feels she can get clean margins and I know he will be treated with total loving care there. I know many of you have gone through this. I hope people will support my decision not to take him to Penn. Please keep Monty and also my son, Sam, in your thoughts. Monty is Sam's first dog and a beloved member of our family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tamborine Posted December 8, 2008 Share Posted December 8, 2008 The vet didn't think it could be a mast cell tumor? Not that that would be any better than the other choices. I'm so sorry to hear this news - you & your whole family will be in my thoughts (especially Monty & his little skin brother Sam). Quote Maryann, Bama (TW Beltram), Stephanie (Tom's Stepinhi) & Henderson the Cardigan Welsh Corgi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest crazy4greys Posted December 8, 2008 Share Posted December 8, 2008 You need to do what you think is best for Monty. If it means having your vet do the surgery, then that is what you do. I really hope she is wrong when Monty gets the surgery. How old is Monty? Sending good thoughts and healing prayers to Monty and your family Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greytloves Posted December 8, 2008 Share Posted December 8, 2008 I sure was hoping for better news for you and Monty. I bet your vet will do a fantastic job and get it all out. Will keep hoping the best for Monty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tbhounds Posted December 8, 2008 Share Posted December 8, 2008 Just wanted you to know that we all have been thinking of your boy. Sounds like you have a good vet and I too would have them do the surgery. Keep in mind that if they don't get clean margins the surgery can be performed more aggressively the second time--however, lets hope a second surgery won't be needed. There are many types of rounds cells and not all of them are--well--doom and gloom----fingers crossed that it will come back as a mangeable tumor and he'll have an uneventful recovery. Please keep us updated as you are not going through this alone--I know you have all of GT in your corner! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nyGreys Posted December 9, 2008 Share Posted December 9, 2008 Karen, I'll be praying for your sweet boy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LadyChester Posted December 9, 2008 Share Posted December 9, 2008 (edited) We've been thinking of you, too. YOU know what is best for Monty. Being around a vet that both of you know and like is invaluable. Hugs to your whole family Edited December 9, 2008 by LadyChester Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Carla Posted December 9, 2008 Share Posted December 9, 2008 Sending hugs and prayers to both of you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remolacha Posted December 9, 2008 Share Posted December 9, 2008 if you have confidence in your vet, then it's good to have it done by someone who is familiar with Monty. and, like it or not, cost is a factor. I am sure you are doing the best for your boy, and I hope he has the best possible outcome Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobinM Posted December 9, 2008 Share Posted December 9, 2008 Oh Sh*T Karen. Sitting her just shaking my head. Almost, but not quite ... totally unbelievable. I am so sorry the vet did not have better news. Monty will be right on top of my prayer list for clean margins and a full recovery. Quote ROBIN ~ Mom to: Beau Think It Aint, Chloe JC Allthewayhome, Teddy ICU Drunk Sailor, Elsie N Fracine , Ollie RG's Travertine, Ponch A's Jupiter~ Yoshi, Zoobie & Belle, the kitties. Waiting at the bridge Angel Polli Bohemian Ocean , Rocky, Blue,Sasha & Zoobie & Bobbi Greyhound Angels Adoption (GAA) The Lexus Project Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duncan41 Posted December 9, 2008 Share Posted December 9, 2008 We will all be praying for clean margins. It doesn't matter who does the surgery or any follow up treatment - remember Dr. Couto at OSU will consult for free. All that matters is how confident YOU are. Hugs to you, Monty and his "brother" Sam. Quote Linda, Mom to Fuzz, Barkley, and the felines Miss Kitty, Simon and Joseph.Waiting at The Bridge: Alex, Josh, Harley, Nikki, Beemer, Anna, Frank, Rachel, my heart & soul, Suze and the best boy ever, Dalton.<p> ....for all those hounds that are sick, hurt, lost or waiting for their forever homes. SENIORS ROCK Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest FreddyGirl Posted December 9, 2008 Share Posted December 9, 2008 Prayers for you, Sam and Monty. What can I say? You trust your vet and know that Monty will receive excellent care, that is all you can really do, put faith in them and pray. You are doing what is right for you, that is all that matters. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patricia Posted December 9, 2008 Share Posted December 9, 2008 Know that my prayers and white light are coming for Monty and his family. Praying...and chanting...that the margins will be clear...and that the final pathology report will be benign. Quote Patti-Mommy of Lady Sophia 7-28-92 - 8-3-04... LaceyLaine 8-2-94-12-5-07... Flash Gordon 7-14-99 - 8-29-09... BrookLynne...Pavé Maria... and 18 Bridge Kids. WATCHING OVER US~SOPHIA~QUEENIE~LACEY LAINE~ CODY ANGELO~FLASH GORDON. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LoveMyJoseyBean Posted December 9, 2008 Share Posted December 9, 2008 hugs and prayers for you and Monty :grouphug Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jackandgrey Posted December 9, 2008 Share Posted December 9, 2008 No one will judge you for having your vet do the procedure! That's your loving decision alone. So now our job is pray and chant that Monty will be fine!!!! Quote Susan, Jessie and Jordy NORTHERN SKY GREYHOUND ADOPTION ASSOCIATION Jack, in my heart forever March 1999-Nov 21, 2008 My Dancing Queen Jilly with me always and forever Aug 12, 2003-Oct 15, 2010 Joshy I will love you always Aug 1, 2004-Feb 22,2013 Jonah my sweetheart May 2000 - Jan 2015 " You will never need to be alone again. I promise this. As your dog, I will sing this promise to you, and whisper it to you at night, every night, with my breath." Stanley Coren Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tammystroops Posted December 9, 2008 Share Posted December 9, 2008 sending prayers and many good thoughts for you and Monty. thinking of you today. Quote In loving Memory of: Chip, Wendell, Tessa, Moose, Moody, Noble Storm, Thunder, Gracie, Duke Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carronstar Posted December 9, 2008 Share Posted December 9, 2008 Sending prayers and good thoughts for you and Monty and Sam. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest vahoundlover Posted December 9, 2008 Share Posted December 9, 2008 damn My prayers are with you guys. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest boondog Posted December 9, 2008 Share Posted December 9, 2008 You and Monty are in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4greyhounds Posted December 9, 2008 Share Posted December 9, 2008 You both have been in our thoughts and prayers and we are Sending lots MORE prayers and white light....... Quote Darlene Mom to: Aladdin, Sophie ,Pongo, Jasmine, Relic Forever in our Hearts Champ at the Rainbow Bridge. Let a greyhound race into your heart Adopt Bay Area Greyhound Adoptions INC. Naples/ Fort Myers Chapter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest PiagetsMom Posted December 9, 2008 Share Posted December 9, 2008 Sending good thoughts your way Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HopeForHounds Posted December 9, 2008 Share Posted December 9, 2008 When I read earlier that the aspirate was blood, I had a feeling this would be the outcome. But, I'm praying that, if it is cancer, Monty has the same cancer that Foxy had. Our vet found round cells in the aspirate, and we opted to have the tumor removed rather than sending in the fluid. Her final diagnosis was hemangiopericytoma. Treatable, rarely metastesizes, Foxy lived 4 years after her's was removed. Quote Casual Bling & Hope for HoundsJanet & the hounds Maggie and Allen Missing my baby girl Peanut, old soul Jake, quirky Jet, Mama Grandy and my old Diva Miz Foxy; my angel, my inspiration. You all brought so much into my light, and taught me so much about the power of love, you are with me always.If you get the chance to sit it out or dance.......... I hope you dance! Missing our littlest girl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greytmonty Posted December 9, 2008 Share Posted December 9, 2008 When I read earlier that the aspirate was blood, I had a feeling this would be the outcome. But, I'm praying that, if it is cancer, Monty has the same cancer that Foxy had. Our vet found round cells in the aspirate, and we opted to have the tumor removed rather than sending in the fluid. Her final diagnosis was hemangiopericytoma. Treatable, rarely metastesizes, Foxy lived 4 years after her's was removed. Thank you for sharing your experience. I am sorry you lost Foxy but I am glad she got 4 more years with your family. Also I forgot to mention she will do chest x rays before surgery to see if his lungs are clear. She did not recommend an abdominal ultrasound at this point which I think would also look for metastases. They do not do ultrasound at their office and it seems not necessary at present. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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