by Nicole Darling | May 19, 2024 | Dogs, news, ophthalmology
Dry Eye: Seeing Through The Tears What is it? Dry eye (Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca/KCS) is a condition where either not enough tears are produced, or the tears themselves are of poor quality and evaporate too quickly. This causes the eye to ‘dry out’ which can cause...
by Paws Team | Mar 12, 2024 | news, ophthalmology
Entropion: When Eyelids Turn the Wrong Way What is it? Entropion is the rolling in of the eyelid margin, causing hair to rub against the eye. This can lead to irritation, pain, ulceration, and potentially serious eye damage. What causes it? Most cases of entropion are...
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by Paws Team | Mar 7, 2024 | news, ophthalmology
Distichiasis [di-stuh-kai-uh-suhs] What is it? Distichiasis occurs when abnormal hairs grow along the eyelid edge where they shouldn’t be present. These hairs can rub on the surface of the eye, causing irritation or even ulcers. What causes it? Abnormal hairs...
by Paws Team | Mar 5, 2024 | news, ophthalmology
Eye Removal: When There Are No Other Options When a disease is present that results in a blind and painful eye, or when a cancerous growth affects the eye, a surgical procedure may be recommended. One of the following options may be suitable for your pet. Enucleation...
by Paws Team | Feb 29, 2024 | news, ophthalmology
An Insight Into Uveitis What is it? Uveitis refers to inflammation within the eyeball itself. This inflammation can affect one or multiple parts of the eye: the iris (coloured part of the eye), the ciliary body (behind the iris), and the back of the eye. Uveitis is a...
by Paws Team | Feb 27, 2024 | news, ophthalmology
Below The Surface: Corneal Ulcers What is it? A corneal ulcer refers to damage to the outer surface of the cornea, which is the clear outer layer at the front of the eye. It can be thought of as a graze on the surface of the eye. Corneal ulcers are painful.In some...
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