Dogs & cats · General medical topics
Cysts
Cysts are tissue pockets containing fluid or other material.
Cysts are tissue pockets containing fluid or other material. Their appearance can overlap with other masses, so assessment is needed before deciding whether removal is appropriate.
Editorial overview based on the linked VCA resource; this is not the complete original handout. Prepared 2026-10-03; not veterinarian-reviewed. Diagnosis and treatment, including medication choice and dose, require veterinary guidance.
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