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Nipple Infection

Sent to Pet Experts July 20 10:21 PM

My Minature Dachsaund is not in heat nor has recently had puppies. On the side of her top left nipple there is a raised area that is hurtful to the touch. Also there is pus coming out from nipple. What is this?

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July 20 10:46 PM (24 minutes and 44 seconds later)
         
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Are you sure that it's not milk that you are seeing from the nipple?
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July 20 10:51 PM (5 minutes and 39 seconds later)
         
Reply to Tammy Falkner's Post: Yes, it was yellow and watery
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July 20 11:08 PM (16 minutes and 28 seconds later)
         
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There are two concerns that come to mind. The first is that she is experiencing a pseudo (false) pregnancy and you are seeing swelling of the breasts and discharge as a result.

My second concern is that she has a mammary tumor.

No matter what, you need to see the vet to have them take a look. This could be something as simple as an infected gland but you won't know until you see the vet.

If they do find evidence of a tumor, they will do a fine needle aspiration and remove some cells for testing.

I hope this helps!

Let me know if you have more questions.

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July 20 11:09 PM (1 minute and 4 seconds later)
         
Reply to Tammy Falkner's Post: Thanks I'm bringing her to vet tomorrow
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