Common Problems
Problems & diseases we can help with
Eye problems can be daunting, but rest assured that our team are here to help.
Abnormal Eyelashes
These disorders commonly cause discomfort and irritation of the eyes as they rub on the eye surface. They include distichiasis, trichiasis and ectopic cilia. Click the link to find out more about the different diseases and their treatment.
Caring for a Blind Dog
Caring for a blind dog isn’t that different from caring for a dog who can see, but there are some things that you can do to make life a little safer and more interesting. Learn how to protect your dogs eyes, useful commands and training, and advice on stimulation, safety and environment.
Cataracts
A cataract is any cloudiness of the lens which causes vision impairment or total loss of vision. They are common in animals and humans. The only treatment to remove cataracts is surgery. Click the link to find out more.
Cherry Eye
This primarily occurs in younger animals when the gland within the third eyelid prolapses out of its normal position. Click the link to find out more about this common disease and its treatment.
Corneal Ulcers
Corneal ulcers are wounds on the cornea (the window at the front of the eye). They are very common, very painful and can result in blindness or loss of the eye. Click the link to find out more.
Dry Eye
A healthy tear film is vital for vision and to protect the eye. Dry eye disease encompasses a range of different diseases which results in poor tear health and significant discomfort, and even complications such as ulcers. Click the link to find out more.
Entropion/Ectropion
These conditions refer to inward rolling of the eyelids (entropion) or outward rolling of the eyelids (ectropion) which results in irritation to the eye surface. Click the link to read more about these conditions and their treatment.
Enucleation
Enucleation is surgical removal of the eye. It is a salvage procedure used only when the eye is so badly damaged, painful or blind that it cannot be treated any more, or if there is cancer within the eye. Click on the link to read about the surgery and aftercare.
Glaucoma
Glaucoma is caused by an increase in the pressure within the eye. It is very painful and can cause permanent vision loss. Click the link to read more about glaucoma.
Lens Luxation
This condition occurs when the lens dislocates from its normal position behind the iris within the eye. It can occur suddenly and causes considerable pain. Click the link to find out more.
SCCED
SCCED stands for spontaneous chronic corneal epithelial defect. These are superficial corneal defects (“erosions”) which fail to heal spontaneously. Learn more about symptoms, causes and treatment here.
Sudden Onset Blindness
There are many diseases which can cause sudden vision loss, which can be very frightening for patients and their owners. Click on the link to read more about the causes, investigation and treatment options.
Common Problems
Problems & diseases we can help with
Eye problems can be daunting, but rest assured that our team are here to help.
Abnormal Eyelashes
These disorders commonly cause discomfort and irritation of the eyes as they rub on the eye surface. They include distichiasis, trichiasis and ectopic cilia. Click the link to find out more about the different diseases and their treatment.
Caring for a Blind Dog
Caring for a blind dog isn’t that different from caring for a dog who can see, but there are some things that you can do to make life a little safer and more interesting. Learn how to protect your dogs eyes, useful commands and training, and advice on stimulation, safety and environment.
Cataracts
A cataract is any cloudiness of the lens which causes vision impairment or total loss of vision. They are common in animals and humans. The only treatment to remove cataracts is surgery. Click the link to find out more.
Cherry Eye
This primarily occurs in younger animals when the gland within the third eyelid prolapses out of its normal position. Click the link to find out more about this common disease and its treatment.
Corneal Ulcers
Corneal ulcers are wounds on the cornea (the window at the front of the eye). They are very common, very painful and can result in blindness or loss of the eye. Click the link to find out more.
Dry Eye
A healthy tear film is vital for vision and to protect the eye. Dry eye disease encompasses a range of different diseases which results in poor tear health and significant discomfort, and even complications such as ulcers. Click the link to find out more.
Entropion/Ectropion
These conditions refer to inward rolling of the eyelids (entropion) or outward rolling of the eyelids (ectropion) which results in irritation to the eye surface. Click the link to read more about these conditions and their treatment.
Enucleation
Enucleation is surgical removal of the eye. It is a salvage procedure used only when the eye is so badly damaged, painful or blind that it cannot be treated any more, or if there is cancer within the eye. Click on the link to read about the surgery and aftercare.
Glaucoma
Glaucoma is caused by an increase in the pressure within the eye. It is very painful and can cause permanent vision loss. Click the link to read more about glaucoma.
Lens Luxation
This condition occurs when the lens dislocates from its normal position behind the iris within the eye. It can occur suddenly and causes considerable pain. Click the link to find out more.
SCCED
SCCED stands for spontaneous chronic corneal epithelial defect. These are superficial corneal defects (“erosions”) which fail to heal spontaneously. Learn more about symptoms, causes and treatment here.
Sudden Onset Blindness
There are many diseases which can cause sudden vision loss, which can be very frightening for patients and their owners. Click on the link to read more about the causes, investigation and treatment options.