To Russ Hazzon:
 
>The problem is that a small lump is still there.  I spoke to our DVM
>today and he has scheduled surgery for next Thursday to remove the lump
>and have a biopsy performed on it.
 
>I hate to second guess my DVM, but is this really necessary?
 
If the lump is resolving and getting smaller, and it's not ulcerated, or
causing any major difficulty, I might be tempted to watch it afor another
week or two.  Surgery in the throat can be tricky, because of the proximity
of the endotracheal tube.
 
If there is no major problems, let's wait a week or so....
 
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Bruce Williams, DVM, DACVP              Department of Veterinary Pathology
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(202) 782-2600/2602                     Washington, D.C.  20306-6000
[Posted in FML issue 1330]