A lump or growth on your dog's eyelid edge is one of the more common findings in older Indian dogs. While many are benign Meibomian gland adenomas, any new eyelid growth should be assessed. PawCheck screens for it in seconds.
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Eyelid masses in dogs range from benign Meibomian gland adenomas (very common in older dogs) to more significant growths. What they share: if the mass is on the eyelid edge, it may rub the cornea and cause secondary eye irritation.
A visible bump, nodule, or pigmented growth on the eyelid margin — the edge where the lashes grow. The eyelid may not close fully. Eye discharge and irritation are common secondary findings when the mass contacts the cornea.
Meibomian gland adenomas — benign oil gland growths — are the most common eyelid mass in dogs over 7 years old. They appear as smooth, pale or pigmented nodules at the lid margin. Very common in Indian dogs of all breeds.
Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and older dogs of any breed. Melanomas and papillomas of the eyelid are seen across breeds — regular monitoring of any eyelid growth matters.
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