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There is a bump on the dog’s belly

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A bump on your dog's belly can have a variety of causes, including trauma, folliculitis, lymphadenitis, inguinal hernia, lipoma, and intussusception. Different treatment measures are required for different reasons, such as drug treatment, surgical treatment, etc. At the same time, you need to pay attention to keeping the dog's belly warm and eating hygienic to avoid aggravation of the condition. It is recommended to take your dog to the doctor promptly to diagnose the cause so that he can receive effective treatment.

1. Trauma

If the dog’s abdomen is directly hit or squeezed, it will cause local soft tissue damage, affect the speed of blood circulation, cause tumors, accompanied by skin redness, pain, Swelling and other symptoms. You can take blood-activating and analgesic drugs under the guidance of a doctor. You also need to use iodophor or hydrogen peroxide solution to wipe the local skin to help the damaged skin heal.

2. Folliculitis

Usually caused by Staphylococcus aureus infection, symptoms such as red papules, white pustules, skin itching and pain will appear, and can grow on any part of the skin. , such as abdomen, arms, face, etc. It is necessary to follow the doctor's advice and use antibiotic ointment specially designed for pets. When applying the ointment, you need to use a cotton swab to apply it, and then wear disposable gloves to gently massage the area to facilitate the absorption of the drug.

3. Lymphadenitis

It is a benign disease of lymph nodes. It commonly occurs in the neck, armpits and groin. It is mainly caused by bacterial infection. The main symptoms are lymphadenopathy and pain. , in severe cases, a systemic inflammatory reaction may occur, manifested as fever. If a dog develops this disease, it is recommended that the owner take the cat to a regular pet hospital for examination and treatment in time, and follow the doctor's advice to take antibiotics according to the cause of the disease.

4. Inguinal hernia

Considering that it is related to the weakness of the abdominal wall and increased intra-abdominal pressure, it will lead to a reducible mass in the abdomen, accompanied by pain, and needs to be operated under the supervision of a doctor. For hernia repair treatment, you need to pay attention to bed rest after the operation, and it is not recommended for dogs to run around.

5. Lipoma

It is mainly a tumor that grows in the fat of the skin. It will occur in the abdomen and legs. As the volume of lipoma gradually increases, it will cause localized appearance. Painful, and the texture is soft and elastic. Tumor resection can be performed under the guidance of a doctor. After the operation, you need to wipe it with iodophor to prevent wound inflammation.

6. IntestineIntussusception

Intussusception is a segment of intestinal tube that is inserted into the lumen of the adjacent intestinal tube at the distal end, which can lead to abdominal masses and abnormal defecation, accompanied by symptoms such as high fever, loss of consciousness, and bloody stools. It is necessary to perform air enema reduction or enema reduction with warm soapy water under the operation of a doctor.

During the treatment, the dog needs to be given abdominal massage, which can speed up blood flow, reduce abdominal pain, and help with recovery.


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