Skin lesion assessment and treatment
Lakeview Animal Hospital in South Edmonton assesses skin lumps and selected superficial lesions in dogs and cats. Cryoprobe treatment uses controlled cold, but an examination is needed to decide whether cryotherapy, sampling, surgery or another approach fits your pet.
How we can help
Tell us when you first noticed the lesion and whether it has grown, bled, changed colour or bothered your pet. Bring earlier photographs or test results if available. We explain the findings and proposed treatment, including comfort measures, costs and follow-up.
We consider the location, size, appearance, growth pattern and your pet’s overall health.
Cryotherapy may be an option for selected superficial lesions, but it is not right for every lump or mass.
You receive instructions for expected changes, home monitoring and when the area should be rechecked.
What to expect
The lesion and surrounding skin are assessed, along with relevant medical history.
We explain whether sampling, surgical removal, monitoring, cryotherapy or referral may be more appropriate.
If cryotherapy is chosen, the procedure and after-care plan are tailored to the individual lesion.
Good to know
Appearance alone cannot reliably identify all skin masses. A veterinarian may recommend a needle sample, biopsy or removal before treatment, particularly when a lesion is growing, ulcerated, painful, pigmented or otherwise concerning.
Common questions
The area may become red, swollen, crusted or change colour as it heals. We will explain what is expected and what should prompt a call.
That depends on lesion location, treatment extent and your pet’s comfort and temperament. The plan is discussed before proceeding.
No. Some lesions need diagnostic sampling, surgery or another approach. Suitability can only be determined after veterinary assessment.
Request a skin lesion assessment and describe what has changed. The appointment helps determine the next step; cryotherapy is considered only when appropriate for that lesion.