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Medical treatment options for corneal ulcers in cats
By Hartley, Claudia·Published in Journal of feline medicine and surgery·2010·Animal Health Trust, United Kingdom·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Treatment of corneal ulcers: what are the medical options?
- Species:
- cat
Plain-English summary
A cat with a corneal ulcer, often caused by feline herpesvirus (FHV-1), can show symptoms like squinting, tearing, or redness in the eye. Treatment usually involves medications tailored to the specific type of ulcer and the cat's individual needs, which can be challenging. While many cases can be managed with medical therapy, it's important for pet owners to work closely with their veterinarian to find the best approach for their cat's condition. With appropriate treatment, many cats can recover from corneal ulcers and regain their eye health.
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Abstract
PRACTICAL RELEVANCE: Corneal ulcers in cats (ulcerative keratitis) are a common presenting complaint, and are a frequent sequela to feline herpesvirus (FHV-1) infection. In fact, it is fair to assume an FHV-1 aetiology until proven otherwise. In practice, therefore, many cases of corneal ulceration can be treated medically, but treatment can frequently be challenging, with the need to tailor therapy carefully to the type of ulcer, the individual cat and its temperament. PATIENT GROUP: All age groups and breeds can suffer with ulcerative keratitis although some breeds are over-represented for some types of corneal ulceration. EVIDENCE BASE: The scientific literature on feline ulcerative keratitis is extensive, particularly that related to FHV-1 infection. This article reviews the medical treatment options for corneal ulceration in cats with reference to the current evidence base.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20417899/