Pet Health
Condition Overview
This is a congenital condition in which an extra row of eyelashes grows from the eyelid and is directed inward, rubbing against the surface of the eye. If left untreated, the constant irritation leads to corneal abrasion.
Causes
Abberant (departing from a normal direction) eyelashes that grow inward on the upper and lower eyelids produce the same type of problem.
Diagnosis
The diagnosis is made by physical examination.
Treatment
The offending eye lashes should be removed ans their roots destroyed through cryotherapy (chemical freezing), electrolysis, or surgery. Plucking them with blunt nosed tweezers provides temporary relief, but the eyelashes will grow back in about 4 weeks. Dogs who have had their eyelashes permanently removed cannot be shown in conformation.
Prevention
There is no prevention for this condition.
Support
Please contact your veterinarian with questions regarding this condition.
Sources
Dog Owners Home Veterinary Handbook
Publisher: Wiley Publishing, 2007
Website: http://www.wiley.com/WileyCDA/
Authors: Debra M. Eldredge, Liisa D. Carlson, Delbert G. Carlson, James M. Giffen MD
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