Salivary Cysts
Hello
doctor. I have a 3 1/2 months labrador. She has like a small pouch filled
with liquid under her jaw. I called her doctor but she only can see her
until monday. I was reading on the internet about this situation and the
only thing that i found similar with her condition is called salivary
cysts. I would really appreciate any information that you can give me
regarding this situation.
Salivary cysts are caused by a blockage of one of the salivary ducts. The saliva builds up in the gland, causing the buldging. This usually is caused by an infection in the mouth or salivary gland. Your veterinarian can treat the infection with antibiotics and uplug the duct.
Other things are in this location. The submandibular lymph node swells, indicating infection or inflammation in the jaw or local tooth. Your dog may have a bad tooth or gingivitis.
The veterinarian will examine the swelling, and may perform a fine needle aspiration. Saliva is clear, lymph is yellow, pus is white and creamy, and blood is red, of course. Each requires a different treatment.
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