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Treatment of Corneal Ulcers in Dogs

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Treatment of Corneal Ulcers in Dogs

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  1. Treatment of Corneal Ulcers in Dogs

  2. Corneal ulcers in dogs develop due to abrasions, scratches, chemical burns, infection, blunt trauma, etc. It results in deeper layers of the cornea being lost. Let’s check out the treatment of the disease:

  3. 1 Topical Antibiotics For uncomplicated corneal ulcers vet usually suggest topical antibiotics such as Atropine. Also, pain reliever eye drops are prescribed to use multiple times a day.

  4. 2 Lubricant Drops Antibiotic lubricant drops and ointments are used to prevent an infection. Oral and injectable medications are also administered in the treatment.

  5. 3 Surgery Based on the severity of the condition, corneal ulcers may require surgery. In the advanced stage, the vet prescribes bactericidal and fungal antibacterial antibiotics with surgery.

  6. 4 Anti-inflammatory Therapy Systemic anti-inflammatory therapy is also suggested to cure uveitis associated with corneal ulceration. Collagen contact lenses are used in severe cases to protect the cornea from sources of ocular irritation.

  7. 5 Third Eyelid Flaps (TEF) Third eyelid flaps (TEF) may be suggested if the corneal ulcer is deep and is not healing. Using a collar is suggested to prevent the canine from rubbing and allow the cornea to heal appropriately.

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