Evaluation

While we were aware of some issues with Harry, like his skin condition and mites, we were taken aback with some of Dr. Lauren’s other findings.  One is the fact that Harry is visually impaired.  He has cataracts in both eyes, with his left eye being worse than the right.  Which actually makes sense with some of the behaviors that our foster Colleen has experienced.  Specifically that he tilts his head to the right side to see.  It is not as extreme as Barney, but similar.

The more concerning issue with Harry, though, is the fact that he has Penile Squamous Cell Carcinoma .  We are waiting on his bloodwork to come back to know how involved the cancer is and to devise a treatment plan.  The one indicator that we are monitoring is his calcium levels.  If they come back high, then his cancer is more advanced and has spread to other areas of his body.

What is Penile Squamous Cell Carcinoma?

Squamous cell carcinomas start out as small, red bumps that can be barely noticed on areas of unpigmented skin. These bumps may seem harmless, but they are actually a form of skin cancer.  Tumors will start out small, but can grow very quickly if not caught and treated.

Symptoms may start out as barely noticeable and then develop into secondary complications. Symptoms may include:

• Small sore
• Raised bump
• Foul odor
• Noisy breathing
• Lack of appetite
• Bleeding from the penis
• Difficulty urinating or defecating 

Outlook

At this point, though, Harry is a good eater and is at a good weight.  He enjoys hanging out with his buddy B’Donk and wandering around with his other pasture mates Dolly and Sully.

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