Eye Problems in Cats and Kittens

eye infection in kittens

(conjunctivitis neonatorum)

neonatorum Conjunctivitis is an inflammatory condition of the conjunctiva, the white tissue lining the eyelids that is caused by herpes virus infection in mačiće.Virus enters the eye through the eyelids before they open. Quick intervention prevents rupture of the cornea and permanent scarring of the eye. Treatment involves opening the eyes and the application of appropriate remedies.

eyelids and dry eye

lids serve many important functions. They protect the cornea, a clear outer part of the eye, and about itself from the trauma. They would light out and determine the size and shape of the hole oka.Kapke also produce and distribute tears to my eyes. Tears supply the cornea with oxygen and nutrients, are essential to a healthy cornea. If the cornea is deprived of oxygen and food, due to lack of tear film, destructive changes occur quickly, leading to a condition called dry eye. Dry Eye is also called keratoconjunctivitis sicca.Rožnica may become pigmented, scarred, and ulcerated. Partial loss of vision can also dovesti.Oči cats with dry eyes burn and sting all the time just like we do on a windy day. Diagnosis is made tear test that measures how much a tear in the eye produces in one minute. In this case, the low level of tear production were detected.

causes of dry eye

1.Kapci of newborn kittens and puppies usually open between 10 and 14 days old. If the eyelids open too soon, the tears have not yet been produced. Dry Eye will result unless topical eye lubricant applied three to four times daily until tear production begins.

1.Kapci of newborn kittens and puppies usually open between 10 and 14 days old. If the eyelids open too soon, the tears have not yet been produced. Dry Eye will result unless topical eye lubricant applied three to four times daily until tear production begins.

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1.Kapci of newborn kittens and puppies usually open between 10 and 14 days old. If the eyelids open too soon, the tears have not yet been produced. Dry Eye will result unless topical eye lubricant applied three to four times daily until tear production begins.

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2 Surgical correction of lazy eyelid prevents further damage and rupture of the eye.

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5 Chronic herpes virus eye infections in cats can lead to dry eye.

treatments for dry eye

* drugs pilocarpine and anti-cancer drug Interferon effectively stimulate tear production in some cats.

* surgical procedure called the parotid Channel Transfer (PDT) is worth the fee for cases that do not respond to medication.

* With consistent treatment, in most cases of dry eye carries a good prognosis, but without treatment, recurrent corneal ulcers, bacterial infections and even blindness can result.

inherited eye problems

1 Entropy

Entropion is an inherited condition where the eyelid rolls inward causing the eyelashes to contact the surface of the eye. This condition usually involves both eyes and is very painful. In addition to conjunctivitis, partial or complete loss of vision can result if left untreated. Squinting and tearing are common signs. Persians and Himalayans seem to be at increased risk. Surgical correction involves removing a narrow strip of skin and muscle of the eyelid. Stitches are then used to prevent eye so that it is in normal position.

2 Eyelash diseases

eyelash disease is a group of conditions in which the eyelashes or hairs injure the eye.

* Trichiasis is a condition in which normally lie on the head and irritate eyes. It is common in Persian mačke.Lica hair on the side of the eye nearest the nose can irritate the eyes and cause conjunctivitis. Prevention requires regular trimming of the head.

method for the detection of hereditary eye problems

method for the detection of hereditary eye problems

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In addition to hereditary eye diseases and eye lashes, a few diseases of the cornea and retina are inherited in cats. They can easily go undetected until a fairly advanced. Cerf exam is a method for detecting hereditary eye problems. Most are quite painful and blindness is not uncommon posljedica.Pasji Eye Registration Foundation (Cerf) exam is the exam that some can only be performed by a certified veterinary ophthalmologist. It is used to detect inherited eye disease in dogs and cats, and can be given at a young age. Responsible breeders should not breed any dog or cat that does not Cerf exam. Potential owners should ask whether or not parents received and passed Cerf exam. Neutering or spaying animals with this genetic condition ensures that the problem will not be passed on to future generations.