Tumors are recorded in many animals, including parrots. Most often, neoplasms are found in older individuals. Most tumors in ornamental birds are benign in nature. Lipomas are the most common. A lipoma in a parrot can be located in almost any part of the body, grows quickly, compresses organs located near it and interferes with the normal functioning of the pet. Therefore, if you discover a wen, you should seek help from a specialist as soon as possible.
What is lipoma
Lipoma is a benign tumor consisting of adipose tissue surrounded by a connective tissue capsule. Lipoma in a budgerigar is most often located under the skin in the chest or abdomen, but can also be observed in other parts of the body. A benign lipoma does not form metastases, but causes discomfort to the bird and, as it grows in size, leads to the development of other diseases. In some cases, it can degenerate into a malignant tumor - liposarcoma, which is fatal.
Exhaustion of a parrot with cancer
Thanks for the answer. The parrot is very emaciated (the keel is protruding). There is no way to do an ultrasound, and this lump has doubled in size (it doesn’t feel dense to the touch, as if there is fluid under the skin). I ordered Lipomin, but I’m afraid that the medicine won’t arrive in time.
