At Noida pet clinic guinea pig was presented with mammary tumour in both the last glands. managed under Dr. P.D SHARMA guidance and care. Here is some more information about the disease.
Mammary tumors in guinea pigs are relatively common in both males and females, although more often seen in older females. Fortunately, many mammary tumors in guinea pigs are benign (non-cancerous), but they can still cause discomfort, ulceration, or secondary infection and should not be ignored.
🧬 Types of Mammary Tumors
- Benign fibroadenomas – most common; slow-growing and non-invasive
- Mammary carcinomas – malignant; may spread (metastasize) to other organs like lungs or lymph nodes
🔍 Symptoms
- Lump near one or both mammary glands (near armpit or groin)
- Redness or ulceration of the skin over the mass
- Pain or sensitivity when touched
- Decreased appetite or reduced mobility (if large)
- Bleeding or discharge (in ulcerated tumors)
🩺 Diagnosis
A veterinarian may perform:
- Physical exam to assess size, location, mobility of the mass
- Fine-needle aspiration or biopsy (optional but useful for malignancy confirmation)
- X-rays or ultrasound to check for internal spread
- Bloodwork to assess overall health before surgery
🛠️ Treatment Options
✅ Surgical Removal (Recommended)
- Best and most effective treatment, especially for benign tumors.
- Guinea pigs generally tolerate surgery well if healthy and done by an experienced exotic vet.
- Entire tumor is removed; recurrence is rare for benign masses if completely excised.
❗ Spaying (optional in some cases)
- In recurrent or hormone-driven tumors, ovariohysterectomy may help prevent new growth.
⚕️ Post-operative Care
- Pain relief (e.g., meloxicam, under vet guidance)
- Antibiotics (to prevent wound infection)
- Monitor for:
- Wound healing
- Bleeding or pus
- Signs of pain or anorexia
- Keep the cage clean with soft bedding (avoid wood shavings)
💊 When Surgery Isn’t Possible
If surgery isn’t an option due to age, cost, or health:
- Palliative care (pain management, wound cleaning)
- Antibiotics for secondary infections
- Euthanasia may be considered if tumor is ulcerated, infected, and causing suffering.
🐹 Prognosis
- Benign tumors: Excellent if surgically removed
- Malignant tumors: Guarded prognosis; may recur or spread
- Early intervention gives the best outcomes
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