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Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (KCS) – Dry Eye in Dogs

2016-06-13 by CriticalCareDVM

The eyes of dogs are beautiful orbs with intricate parts functioning together to enable each of us to see the incredible world surrounding us. Their eyes, like ours, require constant lubrication. Without it, the conjunctiva (thin membrane of tissue covering the sclera / the “white” of the eye”) and cornea (clear part of the eye) … [Read more…]

Posted in: Diseases Tagged: blepharospasm, cyclosporine, keratoconjunctivitis sicca, lacrimal, mucus, nasal puncta, nasolacrimal duct, parotid duct transposition, pre-corneal tear film, Schirmer tear test, tacrolimus, third eyelid, ulcer

Red Eyes in Dogs & Cats – Never Ignore Them!

2016-04-11 by CriticalCareDVM

Eyes are beautiful! The many potential colors of the iris simply make them truly stunning to admire. However, there is one color no one wants to see associated with the eyes – red! In this week’s post, I share some information about red eyes in dogs and cats. Happy ready! Red Eyes – What causes … [Read more…]

Posted in: Diseases Tagged: anterior chamber, applanation, blepharospasm, conjunctiva, cornea, discharge, Fluorescein, fundus, glaucoma, IOP, IRIS, keratoconjunctivitis sicca, lens luxation, pupil, rebound, Rose bengal, Schirmer tear test, sclera, Slit lamp, tonometry

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