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Updated on September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Male
My dog as a sore on his nose. It was small them it has gotten bigger thought maybe it was a fungal infection and bought spray but he licks his nose constantly
3 Answers

Answered By Jeffrey Milner
Veterinarian
Published on August 5th, 2017
Answered By Megan, DVM, CVA
Veterinarian
Published on January 2nd, 2018
Poor Rocky! I would try to put some neosporin on it twice a day and you can give some Benadryl if it seems itchy. See link below. I am concerned that it could be infected or even have a fungal component to it. I would have your vet take a look at it. Your vet can start him on the proper meds to help it heal. I hope this helps!
https://www.petcoach.co/canigive/dog/benadryl/
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Answered By Cara, DVM, cVMA
Veterinarian
Published on July 13th, 2017
This looks like it could be a kerion, which is a form of ringworm. Another possibility would be a benign mass called a histiocytoma, which usually goes away after a couple months. Since you mention its getting bigger, I would take Rocky to your vet so they can test it and find an appropriate treatment.
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