Mark F. asked
My 7-year-old female blue heeler has been diagnosed with anal cancer that has spread to her sub lumbar lymph nodes. The lymph nodes are filling with fluid, preventing her from emptying her bladder and making it difficult to defecate. The vet can drain the lymph nodes, but they will fill up again. The surgery and treatment necessary will cost over $10,000, not including the $3,000 already spent. The prognosis for this type of cancer is about one more year with treatment. We are not financially able to spend this kind of money. Is there a way we can prevent or routinely drain the lymph nodes and keep her comfortable if we choose not to treat the cancer?
April 10th, 2023
Candace W. answered
If you choose not to pursue expensive treatments for your dog's anal cancer, managing the fluid buil...
April 10th, 2023
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