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What’s the matter with red, swollen and protruding dog eyes?

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This article is provided by Veterinarian Dr. Olivia Johnson
Red, swollen, protruding eyes in dogs may be caused by a protruding third eyelid, which may need to be treated by surgical removal. Secondly, if the dog's eyes are injured, such as accidentally hitting some hard objects during exercise, resulting in local tissue redness and swelling, the eyes will look more protruding, and you need to consult a pet doctor in time for medication. In addition, eye diseases such as conjunctivitis, keratitis, and glaucoma can also cause redness and swelling in your dog's eyes. You need to go to the pet hospital for examination in time to determine the specific cause and then provide symptomatic treatment.

1. Third eyelid protrusion

If your dog has third eyelid protrusion, you will find a mung bean-sized to soybean-sized pink thing protruding from the inner corner of the eye, and as the condition progresses The growth may be as big as a peanut kernel, and its surface is smooth, moist, and tough. In this regard, owners can pay attention to observation. If it is confirmed that the third eyelid is protruding, it is recommended to take the dog to the pet hospital for examination and surgical removal.

2. Trauma

If the dog accidentally hits the eye during exercise, or is bitten by other animals, resulting in redness and swelling of the local tissue, it will cause the eyes to see. It looks more prominent. In this case, the owner can give the dog anti-swelling and analgesic drugs and do anti-infection treatment. At the same time, the dog needs to wear an Elizabethan collar to prevent the dog from scratching its eyes, which will further worsen the condition. If necrosis occurs in the eye, surgery may be required.

3. Suffering from eye diseases

When dogs are infected with eye diseases such as conjunctivitis, keratitis, glaucoma, etc., their eyes will also appear red, swollen and protruding, and they will also Accompanied by symptoms such as inability to open eyes and watering eyes. If the owner observes these phenomena, he must take the dog to the pet hospital for examination and treatment in time, otherwise the dog may eventually become blind.

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