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National Eye Health Care Month
Cataracts are cloudy areas in part or all of the eye lens. Cataracts keep light from passing through the lens, thus
causing loss of eyesight. Cataracts form slowly and cause no pain, redness, or tearing in the eye. If a cataract
becomes large or thick, it can usually be removed by surgery. Diabetes can lead to cataracts in dogs.
Conjunctivitis occurs when the tissue that lines the eyelids and covers the cornea becomes inflamed. It can
cause itching, burning, tearing, or a feeling of something in the eye. Conjunctivitis can be caused by infection or
allergies.
Corneal Ulcers are caused by trauma. The surface of the cornea may be infected by a scratch or a puncture. An
ulcer may then result. Ulcers can be very serious. They are painful and need immediate attention. A few viruses
such as herpes in cats can also cause ulcers.
Glaucoma is too much fluid inside the eye. The cause of glaucoma is unknown. If detected early, glaucoma often
can be controlled and blindness prevented. Most animals with glaucoma have no early symptoms or pain from
increased pressure. Therefore, glaucoma testing is very important. We can perform this test easily and quickly
during an exam.
Nuclear Sclerosis is a normal age change in the lens that to the owner may appear to be cataracts. In fact, it
does not alter the animals vision at all.
Eyelid Problems may present as pain, itching, tearing, and sensitivity to light are common eyelid symptoms. Other
problems may include drooping eyelids (ptosis or ectropion), curving in of the eyelids (entropion), blinking spasms
(blepharospasm), or inflamed outer edges of the eyelids near the eyelashes (blepharitis). Eyelid problems can
often be treated with medication, although some may need surgery.
ANATOMY:
Cornea: Clear part of the eye you see through
Pupil: hole in the iris that controls light entry
into the eye
Iris: Colored part of the eye that controls the
size of the pupil
Conjunctiva: The soft tissue that attaches the
eye to the skin around it.
Lens: Focuses the light onto the retina to
create the picture you see.
Sclera: The white part around the eye to
protect it.
Retina: The inside of the back of the eye
that receives the image and sends it to
the optic nerve to create the picture.
Optic Nerve: Transfers the image to the brain
Veterinarians and other animal health professionals work very hard to educate you, the owner. Some people are
simply unaware of many aspects of animal care. Below, you will find several links to other web sites to help you in
your endeavor to learn more about caring for you furry friends.
Cataracts are cloudy areas in part or all of the eye lens. Cataracts keep light from passing through the lens, thus
causing loss of eyesight. Cataracts form slowly and cause no pain, redness, or tearing in the eye. If a cataract
becomes large or thick, it can usually be removed by surgery. Diabetes can lead to cataracts in dogs.
Conjunctivitis occurs when the tissue that lines the eyelids and covers the cornea becomes inflamed. It can
cause itching, burning, tearing, or a feeling of something in the eye. Conjunctivitis can be caused by infection or
allergies.
Corneal Ulcers are caused by trauma. The surface of the cornea may be infected by a scratch or a puncture. An
ulcer may then result. Ulcers can be very serious. They are painful and need immediate attention. A few viruses
such as herpes in cats can also cause ulcers.
Glaucoma is too much fluid inside the eye. The cause of glaucoma is unknown. If detected early, glaucoma often
can be controlled and blindness prevented. Most animals with glaucoma have no early symptoms or pain from
increased pressure. Therefore, glaucoma testing is very important. We can perform this test easily and quickly
during an exam.
Nuclear Sclerosis is a normal age change in the lens that to the owner may appear to be cataracts. In fact, it
does not alter the animals vision at all.
Eyelid Problems may present as pain, itching, tearing, and sensitivity to light are common eyelid symptoms. Other
problems may include drooping eyelids (ptosis or ectropion), curving in of the eyelids (entropion), blinking spasms
(blepharospasm), or inflamed outer edges of the eyelids near the eyelashes (blepharitis). Eyelid problems can
often be treated with medication, although some may need surgery.
ANATOMY:
Cornea: Clear part of the eye you see through
Pupil: hole in the iris that controls light entry
into the eye
Iris: Colored part of the eye that controls the
size of the pupil
Conjunctiva: The soft tissue that attaches the
eye to the skin around it.
Lens: Focuses the light onto the retina to
create the picture you see.
Sclera: The white part around the eye to
protect it.
Retina: The inside of the back of the eye
that receives the image and sends it to
the optic nerve to create the picture.
Optic Nerve: Transfers the image to the brain
Veterinarians and other animal health professionals work very hard to educate you, the owner. Some people are
simply unaware of many aspects of animal care. Below, you will find several links to other web sites to help you in
your endeavor to learn more about caring for you furry friends.
If you are interested in health insurance for your loved one, the American Veterinary Medical Association
recommends Veterinary Pet Insurance. You can also call 800-USA-PETS.
recommends Veterinary Pet Insurance. You can also call 800-USA-PETS.
We offer an on-line pharmacy for all your needs. If you have trouble getting to the hospital during our
regular hours, you can buy your prescription on-line and have it shipped to your home!
regular hours, you can buy your prescription on-line and have it shipped to your home!
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