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The majority of lumps are abscesses, but not all are! Radiology may define the aetiology because of the radiographic appearance. Additionally, haematology and biochemistry, fine needle aspiration, contrast radiography, ultrasonography, endoscopy, biopsy and faecal examination may be used. Culture and sensitivity are especially important.

The majority of lumps are abscesses, but not all are! Radiology may define the aetiology because of the radiographic appearance. Additionally, haematology and biochemistry, fine needle aspiration, contrast radiography, ultrasonography, endoscopy, biopsy and faecal examination may be used. Culture and sensitivity are especially important.

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*[[Lizard and Snake Specimen Collection and Evaluation|Specimen collection and evaluation]]

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==Therapy==

==Therapy==

Treatment is very varied and dependent on the aetiology but frequently involves [[Lizard and Snake Surgery|surgery]] to investigate and remove the masses. Treatment of abscesses (one of the most common dermatological problems) involves surgical removal and systemic antibiotics based upon a culture and sensitivity.

Treatment is very varied and dependent on the aetiology but frequently involves [[Lizard and Snake Surgery|surgery]] to investigate and remove the masses. Treatment of abscesses (one of the most common dermatological problems) involves surgical removal and systemic antibiotics based upon a culture and sensitivity.