The appearance of a lump on our pet's eyelid is not usually an emergency unless it is very bothersome and causes scratching or unless it is due to trauma. In any case, ophthalmological control of the lesion should be carried out early to avoid ocular complications and excessive growth of the lump, which can make medical treatment difficult.<\/p>\n
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If you have detected a lump on your furry companion's eyelid, it could be one of the following:<\/p>\n
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- Stye (Hordeolum)<\/strong>: This consists of a painful inflammation of one or more Meibomian glands, the sebaceous glands present in the eyelid, or of a hair follicle. They have an infectious origin. Styes often appear as painful, red or yellow lumps on the edge of the eyelid and may be accompanied by a burning sensation and redness in the affected area. Topical antibiotics and anti-inflammatories are used for treatment. More severe cases may require combination with systemic treatments.<\/li>\n
- Chalazion<\/strong>: This is a process caused by the obstruction of a Meibomian gland. Its formation is slow and usually painless. It appears as a lump or nodule on the inner part of the eyelid, so a differential diagnosis with a stye is required. They are more common in canine than feline patients and in older animals, as they are generally associated with eyelid masses that obstruct glandular outflow.<\/li>\n
- Eyelid Neoplasms<\/strong>: These are common in older dogs and are generally benign in behavior. The appearance of new growths is rare in cats, but when they occur, they have a higher risk of being malignant.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Despite their frequently benign nature, neoplasms can cause discomfort due to rubbing on the cornea and can sometimes bleed if the animal scratches them. Treatment consists of their removal by surgery and their histopathological study to determine their nature and verify that their removal has been complete. Surgery should be performed early before the tumor grows too large and requires complicated techniques for eyelid reconstruction.<\/p>\n
If a lump appears on your dog's or cat's eyelid, it is important to see a veterinary ophthalmologist to determine the underlying cause and the appropriate treatment plan<\/strong>. The veterinarian may need to perform additional tests, such as cytology or biopsies, to determine the exact cause of the lump.<\/p>\n
At IVeM, we perform the necessary examinations and complementary tests<\/strong> to determine the diagnosis and establish the necessary treatment in case of an eyelid mass. Our priority is to care for your animal's vision to keep them happy and healthy.<\/p>\n
- Chalazion<\/strong>: This is a process caused by the obstruction of a Meibomian gland. Its formation is slow and usually painless. It appears as a lump or nodule on the inner part of the eyelid, so a differential diagnosis with a stye is required. They are more common in canine than feline patients and in older animals, as they are generally associated with eyelid masses that obstruct glandular outflow.<\/li>\n