Equine Multiple Congenital Ocular Anomalies Syndrome
Dennis E. Brooks, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVO
October 6, 2014
This syndrome describes a group of abnormalities in the horse’s cornea, iris, lens, and ciliary body.
This syndrome describes a group of abnormalities in the horse’s cornea, iris, lens, and ciliary body.
Learn the basics of equine eye anatomy and physiology with glossary terms.
Learn about many aspects of equine ophthalmology, including common horse eye problems such as ulcers and uveitis, along with medical and surgical treatments.
I was wondering about corneal ulcers in horses. I have a 30-year-old horse that has lost eyesight in one eye from age, and I am treating him now for a corneal ulcer. I read your article on eye problems (November 2010 issue) and was wondering what medications are usually used for treating this problem. I know I am using (antibiotics) neomycin and polymyxin B and bacitracin, zinc ointment, and
What treatments are available for a clogged tear duct in my horse’s eye?
Is corneal dystrophy more common in Appaloosas? What causes this condition, and what is the long-term prognosis?
My horse has corneal endothelial degeneration. My veterinarian and I have been using a “control” schedule for some time, but I would like some information about the condition.
I have a 3-year-old filly which has prominent white around her eyes. Most farriers and several others tell me this is a sign of madness in a horse. I always thought that this was an old wives’ tale. Could you please clarify this for me?
We have a 19-year-old Appaloosa gelding that is going blind fast from a genetic disease. He is not coping with it well; he stumbles around, runs into things, leaves the herd, then gets confused and panics. Any advice?
Learn more about 10 conditions that can affect the horse’s retina and optic nerve.
My 20-year-old Appaloosa mare seems to have increasingly puffy, swollen eyes each spring and summer.
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A cataract can partially or fully obscure your horse’s vision, but surgical treatment can be successful.
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I was just informed that my young Quarter Horse needs to have his eye removed. What does this procedure consist of?
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