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Distichiasis

Distichiasis is a condition where eyelashes emerge from a structure in the eyelid (meibornian gland) which does not normally produce hairs.  These “extra eyelashes” emerge so close to the eye that they can contact the… Distichiasis

Nutritional Cataracts

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By Dr. Lisa Meek, Member ACVO A nutritional cataract is caused by either a deficiency or excess of a nutrient resulting in a loss of transparency of the lens. Nutritional cataracts have been identified in… Nutritional Cataracts

Canine Cataracts

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Definition of Cataracts The word cataract literally means ‘to break down’. This breakdown refers to the disruption of the normal arrangement of the lens fibers or its capsule, which results in the loss of the… Canine Cataracts

What is Glaucoma?

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There are 2 classifications of glaucoma – Primary and Secondary. Primary glaucoma occurs without previous trauma or ocular disease, and will eventually affect both eyes. Secondary glaucoma is a consequence of some other disease, such… What is Glaucoma?