Newt Tumor?

EasternNewtLove · Mar 5, 2012

So I found this lump on my newt and my biggest fear is it being a tumor. Do any of you have any ideas? I'm really scared and don't know what to do. He looks pretty unhealthy to me... What can I do to help improve his condition? Should the bones by his tail bulge out like that?

Kaysie · Mar 5, 2012

It's more likely to be something like an abscess. Either way, you should consult a vet. Neither is treatable at home.

But you're right, he doesn't look healthy. Those bones are the hip-bones. They shouldn't be visible. What are you feeding? Does it get its fair share? Have you had them tested for parasites?

EasternNewtLove · Mar 6, 2012

I've been feeding mealworms, pellets and any worms I can find recently. Id think he gets his fair share since he is the biggest in the tank but I've quarintined him in case. I'll try to find a herp vet. I think there is one a few towns over.

Jan · Mar 6, 2012

This site may help in finding a herp vet. I would call to see if there is experience with caudates.

Herp Vet Connection

EasternNewtLove · Mar 6, 2012

Thanks for the link! Do you know what causes abscesses?

Linus · Mar 6, 2012

Just a question, are the newts wc or cb?

Best of luck with the vet!

EasternNewtLove · Mar 6, 2012

They are WC. I've had them for years. They recently were bred for the first time this year though with many eggs laid. And thanks

SludgeMunkey · Mar 6, 2012

Cancerous tumors of any sort are highly unlikely in caudates. Their natural regenerative abilites prevent cancers.

Most likely cause here, in order are:
abscess (infection, subdermal)
parasite (nematode or otherwise)

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