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Originally Posted by DapperButch
Anybody ever think of asking their veterinarian to do a CAT scan on their pet just to check things out?
I'm a freak like that due to the knowledge that over 50% of dogs over the age of 10 die from cancer. They have to be bad off though before there is any way to know they have it, so that is why a scan makes sense.
The problem with doing the scan though, is that every CAT scan we do is exposes us to radiation, which actually increases the growth of any existing cancer cells.
My Vet would probably tell me I am being a nut job. That happens a lot when I talk to my Vet. 
I dunno, I think the next time they have his little butt knocked out for a teeth cleaning (which he is well overdue for), they should do a quick scan. |
Hi Dapper, Would an ultra sound be helpful in spotting potential doggie tumors without the radiation?
Jean, who has had so many cat scans that he glows in the dark.