Raven's cancer *Final recheck, pg 38 (post 568)*

[K9soul]

Nasty looking little thingy. If you haven't already, you might want to examine the mouth, and under the tongue for any other growths. Obviously the absence of other growths is a positive sign.

Oral cancers tend to occur in much older dogs. That's not to say they can not occur in puppies, but it's extremely rare. The most common oral growth in dogs is focal fibrous hyperplasia - which translates to hyper accelerated growth of the connective gum tissue in a localized location.

That sounds pretty much like what I was reading about epulis. I have looked really closely at the rest of her mouth and don't see anything else suspicious, so I think, (hope and pray) it is just localized to that area.

I wish I could have it looked at right now... the unknown is the worst of all

[finn's mom]

It kindof looks like a Histiocytoma, Finn had one on his toe awhile back. My vet said she sees them typically on young labs on their faces. But, I don't remember her saying that she'd seen one in the mouth, before. But, maybe that's all it is? She also referred to it as a "button tumor." And, I don't remember her saying that it was ever too serious.

Just take a deep breath. Your worrying is only going to make the dogs anxious and nervous, too. Listen to some Phar Lap music, have some tea or something. Count to ten, do some yoga, whatever it is that you know helps you relax. Is there no way to get her into a different vet, just to have it checked out? It could be worth it if you're not able to relax.

And, I am sorry I am just now seeing this. I hope it turns out to be nothing to worry about. She doesn't look affected at all. But, you'll both be in my thoughts!

[Sevaede]

I don't know if this can affect dogs but my boy cat developed several rodent ulcers last year. Maybe it could be that?

Good luck!

[cloverfdx]

Ohh Jess i am just seeing this now . Good vibes on the way for you and Raven {{Hugs}}.

[pitc9]

Hugs to you both! I hope you have answers soon!

[Jadapit]

I'm also just now seeing this. I dont blame you for being worried, I know I would be. You both are in my thoughts. (((Hugs)))

[cloverfdx]

Goodluck at the vets today Jess and Raven (I think today, it is Friday here) {{Hugs}}.