Causes of corneal ulcers in dogs:

Corneal ulcers in dogs may be caused by fighting between dogs and other dogs, resulting in corneal damage, without timely treatment. , ulcers will occur. However, if you are infected with the canine distemper virus, it will cause such phenomena to appear on the conjunctiva of the eyes. If the corneal ulcer is caused by inflammation, you can go to the local pet hospital to clean it with saline and apply anti-inflammatory ointment. But if the cause is viral, systemic antiviral and anti-inflammatory treatment is needed.

Diagnosis method of canine corneal ulcer:

Superficial corneal ulcer is difficult to detect with the naked eye. It needs to be examined by fluorescein staining, and fluorescein is dropped on the cornea. If the ulcer surface is stained with fluorescein, it is diagnosed as corneal ulcer. Deep corneal ulcers are generally visible to the naked eye, but in order to confirm the diagnosis, a fluorescein test is required and a slit lamp is used to check for other problems.

Methods to prevent and treat corneal ulcers in dogs:

1. To control infection, broad-spectrum antibiotic eye drops or eye ointments can be used topically.

2. To promote corneal growth, cell growth factors can be used.

3. To prevent corneal dryness and insufficient tear supply, artificial tears can be used.

4. To prevent adhesions, use mydriatic drugs. Wearing an Elizabethan collar every day and using medication for 4-6 weeks can generally cure it.

5. If it is a stubborn corneal ulcer (no significant improvement after 4-6 weeks of drug treatment), a corneal lattice incision is required.