Lump under eyelid

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My girl has what looks like a lump under her eyelid on one eye. It's grown a bit and it's been bleeding.

The vet has suggested surgery, but it's risky for my dog.

Is there any way to make it shrink without her having to have an operation?

Thanks everyone

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    Hi, Unfortunately, there are no eye drops, ointments, or medical treatments capable of making this type of nodule disappear or permanently shrinking it. Surgery is usually essential for several reasons, particularly the risk of infection and damage to the cornea. As the mass grows and bleeds, it rubs directly against the eye every time she blinks. This carries the risk of causing a very painful and potentially serious corneal ulcer. Furthermore, based on your description, a bleeding nodule suggests that it is fragile, ulcerated, or highly vascularised. Only surgical removal will permanently stop the bleeding and allow the mass to be analysed. I understand your concerns about the anaesthetic, but to reassure you, it is a short procedure. While there is no such thing as zero risk, current anaesthetic protocols are safe and tailored to each individual pet's profile. I hope your dog makes a speedy recovery! Best regards, Laure.
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    Hello (anyway?)

    If this happened to me, I think I’d have no choice but to go ahead with the surgery.

    1. The area around the eye is sensitive and fragile

    2. Surgery will avoid the need for invasive medication in that area

    3. If it’s infected (whether it's critical or just starting), there is no other choice….

    We are just a forum. We haven't seen the animal, and we aren't professionals. Even so, you must follow the vet's recommendation. However, I would recommend getting a second opinion. This serves three purposes:

    • to check the surgical approach proposed by the first vet

    • to check the costs

    • and obviously to make sure there are no other alternatives and to understand the origin. (It’s always useful to know the cause of things).

    Do you have a photo of the nodule?

    What specific surgical risks are you worried about?

    Thanks

    Have a good day

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