Diagnostic Challenge

A 4-year-old sexually intact female bearded dragon (Pogona vitticeps) presented to the Kansas State University Veterinary Health Center (Manhattan, Kansas USA) for lethargy and a swelling on the right side of her head. On physical examination, the bearded dragon was depressed, thin (body condition score 1.5/5) at 453 grams, and had pale, tacky mucous membranes. A prominent swelling was present on the right side of her head and extended to involve the periocular region (Fig  1). On oral exam, a 2.5 centimeter dark-purple mass was visible, extending from the base of the tongue to the roof of the mouth (Fig. 1).
Source: Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine - Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Tags: Case Report Source Type: research