Advice Sheets

When ulcers heal, the epithelium regenerates rapidly by cell multiplication around the edge of the cornea and sliding of the new cells across the stroma.

Common eyelid conditions such as entropion, ectropion, and facial droop, along with lash disorders like trichiasis, distichiasis, and ectopic cilia, can lead to discomfort and vision problems.

Melting ulcers are severe corneal infections that require immediate, aggressive treatment to prevent blindness.

Deep corneal ulcers are a critical emergency that can result in eye perforation and loss if not treated urgently.

Corneal ulcers are painful, common conditions in dogs and cats that can lead to blindness or eye loss if untreated.

Dry eye is a common condition in dogs that causes conjunctival and corneal damage, often requiring long-term management.

Cataracts cause cloudiness in the lens of the eye, and while not all result in blindness, severe cases can lead to significant vision loss.

Glaucoma is characterised by high intraocular pressure that damages the eye’s structures, often leading to blindness if left untreated.

Lens luxation occurs when the lens becomes dislocated within the eye, often due to inherited conditions or secondary eye problems.