QuestionMy 8 yo basset hound girl recently was treated for a hot spot in her armpit. At that time our vet found that her jaw, armpit, and groin lymph glands were swollen. I took her for a return visit today, and while the swelling is reduced, they are still enlarged. The vet suggested a biopsy, but I would prefer to wait a short time to see if this resolves itself. Can a hot spot infection lead to those swollen lymph glands?
AnswerIt is rare to have a true hot spot in the armpit. If she has 3 different lymph nodes swollen,then it is not from that type of infection. There may be an infection coursing through the dog or there may be Lymphoma. A biopsy of the lymph nodes will tell you if the dog has cancer.