Accidental eye injuries are common in small animals.
Depending on the location and extent of the injury, there may be a greater risk to their vision. Treatment options vary and can be medical or a combination of medical and surgical. It's crucial to avoid manipulating or treating the injured eye on your own, as this can worsen the injury and jeopardize the animal's visual health. If your pet shows any of the mentioned symptoms, don’t hesitate to seek immediate help from a veterinary ophthalmology specialist for the appropriate treatment.
Keratitis, or inflammation of the cornea, is a common ophthalmological condition in animals that, if not properly treated, can affect their vision and quality of life. This disorder, frequently seen in dogs and cats, can also affect other mammals, birds, and even reptiles. Sometimes, keratitis has a primary origin (such as viral or autoimmune conditions), […]
Uveitis is an inflammation that affects the vascular layer of the eyeball, known as the uvea, which is made up of the iris, ciliary body, and choroid. This inflammation may also extend to other parts of the eye, such as the cornea, optic nerve, blood vessels, and retina. This condition can occur in both dogs […]
Glaucoma is a serious eye condition that often leads to blindness and is characterized by increased intraocular pressure that progressively damages the optic nerve. Depending on its origin, glaucoma may affect one or both eyes. The optic nerve plays a crucial role in vision—it transmits the images captured by the retina to the brain in […]
Cataracts in cats are an eye condition that affects the transparency of the lens—the eye’s natural lens—leading to partial or complete vision loss. Although cats develop cataracts much less frequently than dogs, many felines experience disruptions to their lives due to this condition. What Is the Lens and What Are Cataracts? A cat's eye is […]
The cornea is part of the fibrous tunic, the outermost layer of the eye, and is located at the front portion of the eyeball. It is characterized by its transparency and lack of blood vessels and pigment. The cornea helps maintain the shape of the eye and serves as its primary lens, playing a crucial […]
It's normal to worry if you see that your dog has something in their eye. If you suspect that the animal has a foreign body in their eye, it is best to seek veterinary attention as soon as possible to avoid complications. Foreign bodies in the eyes of dogs and cats can be any external […]
There are numerous reasons why cataracts can appear in dogs: inadequate diets, eye inflammations, trauma... However, it is very possible that a dog will end up suffering from cataracts due to the genetics of its breed or as a problem derived from diabetes. Cataracts in dogs are one of the most frequent causes of vision […]
The eyelids are modified skin folds that continue with the rest of the skin on the face, and whose main functions are to protect the eyeball, produce, and spread tears. Blinking is the motor function of the eyelids, and through it, the tear film is distributed and renewed. There are different pathologies that affect the […]
Maintaining good hygiene and care of the eye is important to ensure optimal ocular health. This organ has highly specialized external protection: the eyelids. The presence of lumps on the eyelids is relatively common in dogs and more sporadic in cats. The causes for the appearance of these lumps are very varied and include reactions […]
High-frequency (or high-resolution) ocular ultrasound was initially developed for use in humans, and since its incorporation into veterinary ophthalmology, it has become a widespread technique. At IVeM, we are fortunate to have the necessary technological equipment to carry out this valuable and cutting-edge diagnostic test. We can also refer to it as Ultrasound Biomicroscopy, or […]
