Guest greytbookert Posted December 11, 2008 Share Posted December 11, 2008 I found a lump the size of grape on the inside of Eric's leg last night, right at the joint. It is very hard and appears to be attached. At first, I thought it was a bone, cartilage, or just part of the joint, until I felt his other leg in the same area and checked the three other hounds as well. I'm really trying not to freak out but as too many of you know, it is hard not to freak out. Of course, we are taking him to the vet, most likely today if they can fit us in. However, while I wait to have it looked at, what could this be besides the dreaded C word. just a swollen lymph node? but what would make one lymph node swell on the back leg near the knee... can you see where my mind is going? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aerosmom Posted December 11, 2008 Share Posted December 11, 2008 Sending positive thoughts that it's nothing. Quote Aero: http://www.greyhound-data.com/d?d=kees+uncatchable; our bridge angel (1/04/02-8/2/07) Snickers; our bridge angel (1/04/02-2/29/08) Cricket; Kanga Roo: oops girl 5/26/07; Doctor Thunder http://www.greyhound-data.com/d?z=P_31Oj&a...&birthland= Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burpdog Posted December 11, 2008 Share Posted December 11, 2008 Sending prayers! Quote Diane & The Senior Gang Burpdog Biscuits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4greyhounds Posted December 11, 2008 Share Posted December 11, 2008 Sending lots of prayers and hugs too... 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 ChasesMum Posted December 11, 2008 Share Posted December 11, 2008 maybe its just a cyst.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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patricia Posted December 11, 2008 Share Posted December 11, 2008 Can you take a picture to show us? Sending prayers. 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 11, 2008 Share Posted December 11, 2008 Sending prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fritofeet Posted December 11, 2008 Share Posted December 11, 2008 I had a foster dog that had a lump on his knee that was boney. I took him to the vet and had him checked and xrayed, and it was determined that it was calcification to the joint due to injury and arthritis. Nothing really to do for it but love him and give him joint supplements, so I hope your result is the same. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MerlinsMum Posted December 11, 2008 Share Posted December 11, 2008 I hope it's nothing too serious... please update us when you can. I hope the vet managed to get you in today, so you can set your mind at rest. Keeping my fingers crossed for you and Eric :goodluck :goodluck Quote Kerry with Lupin in beautiful coastal Maine. Missing Pippin, my best friend and sweet little heart-healer 2013-2023 Also missing the best wizard in the world, Merlin, and my sweet 80lb limpet, Sagan, every single day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest SkinnyLegDogLover Posted December 16, 2008 Share Posted December 16, 2008 Any update on sweet Eric? I've been following this post because my Buddy has a similar lump in the same place and I'm trying to be optimistic. Hope all is well with your boy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greytbookert Posted December 16, 2008 Share Posted December 16, 2008 Any update on sweet Eric? I've been following this post because my Buddy has a similar lump in the same place and I'm trying to be optimistic. Hope all is well with your boy. The vet couldn't fit us in last Thursday, then the dreaded ice storm hit the area, so our vet was out. We are trying to get Eric in today to see our vet. As soon as I know something, I'll certainly keep everyone posted. I'll keep Buddy in my prayers too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greytbookert Posted December 16, 2008 Share Posted December 16, 2008 Any update on sweet Eric? I've been following this post because my Buddy has a similar lump in the same place and I'm trying to be optimistic. Hope all is well with your boy. The vet couldn't fit us in last Thursday, then the dreaded ice storm hit the area, so our vet was out. We are trying to get Eric in today to see our vet. As soon as I know something, I'll certainly keep everyone posted. I'll keep Buddy in my prayers too! Update - We saw our vet tonight and it is a tumor. He did a quick needle biopsy and feels that it is benign, but needs to come out without question. There is another "something" around the same area, which I thought I felt but was in a bit of denial, I guess. The second one is, to quote the vet "best friends with the femoral artery" and also needs to be sent to pathology. Yep, it is in a tricky place, so a lot of care will need to taken... Eric will be having surgery next Tuesday..... keep your fingers crossed for my baby boy. To say that I'm nervous, is a bit of an understatement. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaliforniaGreys Posted December 16, 2008 Share Posted December 16, 2008 Keeping your boy tucked in our prayers and we will light a special candle for him Tuesday morning. Please keep us posted Quote Missing my little Misty who took a huge piece of my heart with her on 5/2/09, and Ekko, on 6/28/12 For the sick, the lost, and the homeless Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest kaotic1 Posted December 16, 2008 Share Posted December 16, 2008 Any update on sweet Eric? I've been following this post because my Buddy has a similar lump in the same place and I'm trying to be optimistic. Hope all is well with your boy. The vet couldn't fit us in last Thursday, then the dreaded ice storm hit the area, so our vet was out. We are trying to get Eric in today to see our vet. As soon as I know something, I'll certainly keep everyone posted. I'll keep Buddy in my prayers too! Update - We saw our vet tonight and it is a tumor. He did a quick needle biopsy and feels that it is benign, but needs to come out without question. There is another "something" around the same area, which I thought I felt but was in a bit of denial, I guess. The second one is, to quote the vet "best friends with the femoral artery" and also needs to be sent to pathology. Yep, it is in a tricky place, so a lot of care will need to taken... Eric will be having surgery next Tuesday..... keep your fingers crossed for my baby boy. To say that I'm nervous, is a bit of an understatement. Oh no!!! Sammy has a similar issue and is going for surgery on Tuesday too!!! I guess we can wait in the virtual waiting room together!!! Me I will be pacing from left to right!! You should pace right to left Anyway will be thinking about your houndie when Sammy is in surgery. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobinM Posted December 16, 2008 Share Posted December 16, 2008 Sending prayers for your boy. 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...
JedsMom Posted December 17, 2008 Share Posted December 17, 2008 Quote Daisy & Eli, the crazy hounds, and Bella & Zoe, the curly kitties,and Jed (10.30.98 - 11.28.08) & Ripple (3.25.99 - 8.20.09) together again at the bridgewith Cleo-Kitty (10.8.1988 - 7.26.2007) always in my heart. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patricia Posted December 17, 2008 Share Posted December 17, 2008 Sending prayers and white light. 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 greydogluvr Posted December 17, 2008 Share Posted December 17, 2008 (edited) More prayers for your special boy nd big, healing hugs Edited December 17, 2008 by greydogluvr Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest SkinnyLegDogLover Posted December 17, 2008 Share Posted December 17, 2008 I'll be saying prayers for Eric & Sammy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mangos_mom Posted December 17, 2008 Share Posted December 17, 2008 Keeping fingers and toes crossed here, too, and hoping that everything turns out just fine. Quote Kate, with Nedra and HollyMissing Greyhound Angels Mango, Takoda, Ruger, Delta, and Shiloh, kitty Angel Hoot, cat-tester extraordinaire, and Rocky, the stray cat who came to stay for a little while and then moved on.Greyhounds Unlimited Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greytbookert Posted December 17, 2008 Share Posted December 17, 2008 Oh no!!! Sammy has a similar issue and is going for surgery on Tuesday too!!! I guess we can wait in the virtual waiting room together!!! Me I will be pacing from left to right!! You should pace right to left Anyway will be thinking about your houndie when Sammy is in surgery. I'll certainly pace from right to left! I'll be thinking of Sammy on Tuesday! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaliforniaGreys Posted December 17, 2008 Share Posted December 17, 2008 Quote Missing my little Misty who took a huge piece of my heart with her on 5/2/09, and Ekko, on 6/28/12 For the sick, the lost, and the homeless Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Carla Posted December 17, 2008 Share Posted December 17, 2008 Sending tons of prayers for a good outcome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carronstar Posted December 17, 2008 Share Posted December 17, 2008 Sending good thoughts and prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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