Cataracts in dogs go through recognized stages as they mature. The lengths of these stages of cataracts varies from extremely fast to very slow. Incipient cataract stage is the first, when a lens defect is first noticeable on ophthalmologic examination.…
Dennis Brooks has a lot of letters after his name; D.V.M., PhD, Diplomate ACVO and Professor at the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine. His look may not be what you’re used to in veterinarians. Indeed, he’s negotiating with…
Fluorescein stain is used to confirm or deny the presence of a corneal ulcer. For more on corneal ulcers, click here. Fluorescein stain is a standard formulation according to the U. S. Pharmacopeia. It is available as a solution or…
Entropion, in contrast to ectropion discussed Monday, is an in-rolling of the eyelids. Here, the poster child is the Chinese Shar pei, a breed of dog in which the condition is so rampant that virtually every puppy needs a temporary…
Ectropion is usually thought of as a condition of the eyelids. The term can actually apply to any body part, as its two components stem from the Greek prefix “ec” which means outward, and the Greek root, “tropos,” meaning to…
Keratoconjunctivitis sicca. KCS. Or, dry eye, as it’s commonly known. Broken down, the first word refers to the parts of the eye usually affected in the condition. “Kerato” refers to the cornea, or clear part of the eye. “Conjunct” refers…
This is Sara. Well, more specifically, this is Sara’s right eye. Sara’s first visit with this eye problem was about a week ago, and she presented with a history of squinting and protecting the eye. We examined Sara thoroughly, and…
Want to hear a real horror story about “leftover medications/other people’s (pets’)medications? Neither did I, but, as the patient was here, I had no choice but to listen. As much as we have all heard the admonition to “take the…
Glaucoma in dogs and cats results from a variety of abnormal conditions of their eyes which cause a rise in the pressure of the fluids within the globe. Normal intraocular pressure (IOP), the pressure of fluids inside the eye, is…
Anterior and posterior lens luxation are conditions that can range from non-event to major surgery. DEFINITION OF TERMS What is it? Let’s break it down. Anterior means front or forward, from the Latin root meaning before, and in this case…
