What is a hygroma? A hygroma is a fluid-filled swelling surrounded by a thick capsule of fibrous tissue that develops under the skin. Hygromas are typically not painful. They can form over any bony prominence on the dog’s body, such as the side of the hock (ankle) joint or over the side of the hip, but they are most commonly found over the elbow.

A hygroma, or "false bursa," is an acquired non-epithelial-lined, fibrous sac filled with serous fluid that develops over a bony prominence or pressure point. Hygromas are a common problem in dogs, as well as in horses, but they can occur in any species. Hygromas frequently affect large- and giant-breed dogs (eg, Irish Wolfhound, German Shepherd Dog, Great Dane, Mastiff, …

2025年3月26日 · Some dogs have a habit of plopping down on the floor, hitting their elbows in the process. This wear and tear on their joints can cause the tissue under the skin to swell and fill with fluid,...

2007年2月4日 · The usual patient for this condition is a short-haired large breed dog, usually an adolescent, brought in for assessment of a fluid-filled swelling at the point of one or both elbows. This is the classical presentation of the elbow hygroma, the body's response to chronic trauma to the point of the elbow.

2016年10月24日 · A hygroma is a soft, swelling under his skin filled with fluid over a pressure point or bony prominence. Hygromas are treatable with the course of treatment depending on the size and severity of the hygroma and whether there …

2025年3月5日 · Hygromas are soft, benign, fluid-filled masses that form over bony prominences in dogs. We can think of hygromas as the canine version of “pressure sores”. They are most commonly seen in...

2024年1月27日 · Hygromas, fluid-filled sacs found on your dog’s body, can be a concern for pet owners. Learn what causes these swellings, signs to watch for, and when seeking veterinary care is essential. Hygromas are fluid-filled swellings under a dog’s skin caused by repeated trauma.

A hygroma is a fluid-filled sac that develops over bony prominences and pressure points, especially in large breeds of dogs. Repeated trauma from lying on hard surfaces leads to inflammation.

A hygroma, or a false bursa, is a discrete, fluid-filled sac that can form on the joints of dogs in response to repeated pressure, such as that from sitting on a hard surface. [1]

One of the most common home remedies for hygroma in dogs is to provide a soft, padded surface for your dog to lie on. This can help reduce the pressure on the elbows and prevent further trauma to the joint.