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Q. Hi, my 18 1/2 yo female spayed, dachshund who up until April 08 had no medical problems or history. First growth came up on ridge of snoot, between ridge but lower than the eyes. This resolved to smaller but is still present. In June, a larger growth began to grow above the right eye and measures approximately one inch + more vertical than horizontal. There is a nasal congestion, appearing as there is a communicating problem with swallowing and breathing. Incessant sneezing, wheezing, snorting. The initial laboratory reports were suggesting cushing syndrome, but for the most part not treated on that. The lab panel was within normal or high out of range for the normal Glu, alk pho, K, Na, etc. However, she still manages to eat one meal a day, she goes outside to eliminate and seems to enjoy her surroundings; she is responsive, knows her surroundings. Local vet says MRI, followed by invasive workup, chemo and radiation. Not looking for a cure for cancer (if that is what is most probably is) but asking if anyone shares this and if so, any suggestions for what could be done. I thank you, in advance, for any suggestions or comments you might be so inclined to give. Thank you. -- Anne S.

A. If the Glucose and Alk Phos are out of range, Diabetes and Cushings is likely but this would not require MRI or invasive work-up to confirm. Usually some simple blood tests give the answer and treatment is medical and can be started at home. I would get a second opinion from another local Vet before making any big decisions. -- Good luck, Dr. Mitch

Dr. Mitch Spindel, Animal Ark Veterinary Hospital

Mitchell Spindel, DVM, Animal Ark Veterinary Hospital

Dr. Spindel earned his Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine from Oklahoma State University. He practiced in Syracuse, New York before he and his wife and children relocated to beautiful North Carolina. Dr. Spindel is a past President of the Forsyth County Veterinary Medical Association. He is the veterinarian for Sci-Works in Winston-Salem, NC and is active with the Forsyth Humane Society, Animal Adoption and Rescue Foundation and Greyhound Friends.

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