Lymph Nodes

[Dr. Sara]

This is a fairly good description of how and where you can palpate lymph nodes:

Swollen Lymph Nodes in Dogs: Common Causes and Treatment

Swollen lymph nodes in dogs can occur because of inflammation or various diseases, including cancer or infections. In this article, Dr. Brittany Klesznyski discusses the common causes of swollen lymph nodes in dogs, and advises when pet parents should call their vet.

www.petmd.com

Dr. Sara

 

[ChristineL]

This is a fairly good description of how and where you can palpate lymph nodes:

Swollen Lymph Nodes in Dogs: Common Causes and Treatment

Swollen lymph nodes in dogs can occur because of inflammation or various diseases, including cancer or infections. In this article, Dr. Brittany Klesznyski discusses the common causes of swollen lymph nodes in dogs, and advises when pet parents should call their vet.

www.petmd.com

Dr. Sara

Thanks for the link, Dr. Sara - if lymph nodes can be felt when touched, it's not always bad right? If it's lymphoma, would the bloodwork results reflect that? (i.e., lymphocyte counts) Thanks!

 

[Dr. Jeff]

I'll jump in here Christine to say no. It's not always bad and may just reflect a super thorough exam (by you).

Baseline bloodwork may not reflect lymphoma (or cancr of any kind).

If lymphoma becomes leukemia (blood cancer) then yes, you can see it in the blood.

VDI's blood cancer testing is a good screening tool:

Cancer Screening – VDI Laboratory, LLC

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Cancer Diagnostics – VDI Laboratory, LLC

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