Guest 8_Greyt_Greys Posted March 22, 2009 Share Posted March 22, 2009 (edited) Our almost 12yr old got a mark on her nose about 2 months ago. It looked like a dog caught her with a nail. It did not break the skin. Well about a month ago it started to grow. We took her to the vets and he said it felt like there ws a hole there. He pulled a sample and it was blood and muscus. We sent it away to be tested. What they sent back said they could not fine cancer cells but due to her age they feel it is cancer. Are vet said he could send her for an mri but that was not going to change anything. She is doing great eating playing. Well today she had a bloody nose. Now i am scared. Does any one have any ideas? Edited March 22, 2009 by 8_Greyt_Greys Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ChasesMum Posted March 22, 2009 Share Posted March 22, 2009 maybe there is a tumor inside her nose? Hopefully its nothing... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaliforniaGreys Posted March 22, 2009 Share Posted March 22, 2009 I don't understand, if the path came back no cancer, why are they thinking it is just because of her age? 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 8_Greyt_Greys Posted March 22, 2009 Share Posted March 22, 2009 We have no idea why the wrote that. She is resting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pokealong Posted March 22, 2009 Share Posted March 22, 2009 My girl was just diagnosed with immune mediated. Basically her red blood cells are killing her platelets. This type of IM causes nose bleeds. In Peaches case her nose did not bleed and the doctor was surprised. Do you notice any bruising on your girl? Another sign. We have no idea how Peaches got this disease, just theories, as she is just over 4 years old. We will keep our fingers and paws crossed for your girl. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tbhounds Posted March 22, 2009 Share Posted March 22, 2009 You don't always get an answer with the fine needle aspirate--the Dr would have to make sure that they aspirated the best spot of the lump and second not all tumors give off cells well--meaning that they are not good candidates for FNA's. In my opinion your best approach would be to see if the Dr can get a sample to submit to the Path dept (biopsy). Ask your Vet about perhaps trying to get a punch biopsy done. It won't remove the whole mass (lump) but, it should be enough for you to get an answer of what it is. Sorry, you are having troubles. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burpdog Posted March 22, 2009 Share Posted March 22, 2009 Sounds like either a TBD or a nasal tumor. Sending prayers. Quote Diane & The Senior Gang Burpdog Biscuits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greys4Us Posted March 22, 2009 Share Posted March 22, 2009 I'd also think possible TBD or nasal tumor. Thinking good thoughts for your girl, good friend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duncan41 Posted March 22, 2009 Share Posted March 22, 2009 No idea, but I would second the biopsy suggestion. Sending prayers. 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...
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