Something wrong with Teddy's eye

[roseylovestosho]

Yes mam 2-3 times a day for 10 days. Thank you so much for caring and checking in.

Originally Posted by ladyjane

Glad you got him in! Hopefully this new ointment will clear this up! Be sure to use it just as prescribed and as long as it is prescribed. (I am sure you know this)

Hope little Teddy is better soon!

I've never been to an opthamologist (or heard of it for that matter) I just did a google search and there appears to be only one in my area. For now, I will see how this ointment works out for Teddy. If I don't see any improvement before the 10 days are over I'll make sure to make an appointment with the opthamologist to make sure everything is okay.

Originally Posted by MaddiesMommie

Have you thought about making an appointment to see an opthamologist? At least then you could be sure the problem was known that he was getting the right treatment. I messed around in the beginning with a vet doing trial and error medications for Maddie's eye issues. One trip to the optho and we knew EXACTLY what the problem was and how to treat it.

[MaddiesMommie]

Originally Posted by roseylovestosho

I've never been to an opthamologist (or heard of it for that matter) I just did a google search and there appears to be only one in my area. For now, I will see how this ointment works out for Teddy. If I don't see any improvement before the 10 days are over I'll make sure to make an appointment with the opthamologist to make sure everything is okay.

I had not either. Funny how we are so willing to broaden our horizons when it comes to our kids, huh? I hope the ointment takes care of Teddy's eye.

[Sammy Mommy]

I hope the medicine helps Teddy's eye. Sending get well thoughts!

[Maximo]

Originally Posted by roseylovestosho

I've never been to an opthamologist (or heard of it for that matter) I just did a google search and there appears to be only one in my area. For now, I will see how this ointment works out for Teddy. If I don't see any improvement before the 10 days are over I'll make sure to make an appointment with the opthamologist to make sure everything is okay.

I agree with Maddie'sMommie that if the problems continue, see an ophthalmologist. Reading the list of possible causes of this problem in the article LJ linked, there are several that only a specialist is likely to diagnose.

The only reason I continued with our regular vet for Max's problems is that our doc has a special interest/advanced training in eyes and surgery. While not a certified specialist, I am confident in his skills in this area.

Some eye problems can be difficult to diagnose even by a specialist. Monitor Teddy's eye closely even when this heals.

Some of the tests that should be done whenever there is an eye problem include a fluorescein eye stain to detect corneal abrasions or to determine the severity of an ulcer, slit lamp biomicroscopy to check the eye and surrounding structures (Max's eyelid hair evaded detection even by this until a severe inflammation revealed the hair follicle ), a Shirmer tear test to rule out dry eye, and an eye pressure test.

Sending prayers and positive thoughts for Teddy and his beautiful eyes.

[roseylovestosho]

Originally Posted by Maximo

I agree with Maddie'sMommie that if the problems continue, see an ophthalmologist. Reading the list of possible causes of this problem in the article LJ linked, there are several that only a specialist is likely to diagnose.

The only reason I continued with our regular vet for Max's problems is that our doc has a special interest/advanced training in eyes and surgery. While not a certified specialist, I am confident in his skills in this area.

Some eye problems can be difficult to diagnose even by a specialist. Monitor Teddy's eye closely even when this heals.

Some of the tests that should be done whenever there is an eye problem include a fluorescein eye stain to detect corneal abrasions or to determine the severity of an ulcer, slit lamp biomicroscopy to check the eye and surrounding structures (Max's eyelid hair evaded detection even by this until a severe inflammation revealed the hair follicle ), a Shirmer tear test to rule out dry eye, and an eye pressure test.

Sending prayers and positive thoughts for Teddy and his beautiful eyes.

Hi, thanks for your reply...the vet did do a fluorescein eye stain which is how I know that he has no corneal abrasions...and I'm not sure what a pressure test is but I saw the vet applying pressure (with his hands) to the areas around his eyes to check too...I'm not sure if this is the same thing?

[roseylovestosho]

Thank you

Originally Posted by MaddiesMommie

I had not either. Funny how we are so willing to broaden our horizons when it comes to our kids, huh? I hope the ointment takes care of Teddy's eye.

Me too...thank you!

Originally Posted by Sammy Mommy

I hope the medicine helps Teddy's eye. Sending get well thoughts!

[Maximo]

Originally Posted by roseylovestosho

Hi, thanks for your reply...the vet did do a fluorescein eye stain which is how I know that he has no corneal abrasions...and I'm not sure what a pressure test is but I saw the vet applying pressure (with his hands) to the areas around his eyes to check too...I'm not sure if this is the same thing?

The stain is the most important one to start. Glad to hear it.

[MaddiesMommie]

Originally Posted by Maximo

The stain is the most important one to start. Glad to hear it.

Me too. Unfortunately, our old vet did not do any of these tests yet prescribed what she 'thought' would help.
Again, I hope to read great updates on Teddy.

[143julz]

Originally Posted by roseylovestosho

Hi, thanks for your reply...the vet did do a fluorescein eye stain which is how I know that he has no corneal abrasions...and I'm not sure what a pressure test is but I saw the vet applying pressure (with his hands) to the areas around his eyes to check too...I'm not sure if this is the same thing?

I think they test the pressue in the eyes for glaucoma..not sure how its done in dogs, but humans they use a special machine with a tip applicator that touches the eye...

I hope it clears up and you wont need the opthamologist

[Maximo]

Originally Posted by 143julz

I think they test the pressue in the eyes for glaucoma..not sure how its done in dogs, but humans they use a special machine with a tip applicator that touches the eye...

I hope it clears up and you wont need the opthamologist

Similar thing is used on dogs, "tonometry": Tonometry in Dogs - Page 1

It used mainly to test for glaucoma, but pressure highs and lows can arise from trauma and other eye ailments.

I had no idea that they use this method for humans...and I thought the "puff" test was bad. That thing makes me jump every time.

[107barney]

I'm so glad your Teddy was seen and has an eye ointment for his boo boo. I hope he heals up in no time!

[roseylovestosho]

Hi guys- just giving an update...I haven't see any difference in the redness around Teddy's eye...it's only been 3 days but the only improvement I've seen is that he doesn't get eye boogies anymore but nothing has changed with respect to the red inflammation around his left eye...I hope he gets better soon

[ladyjane]

If there is reduced drainage, then I am thinking the meds might be working. It might take some time for the reddening to decrease.

[Maximo]

Poor Teddy, I agree with LJ, it may take some time. When he had this before, do you remember how long it was before you saw improvement?

[roseylovestosho]

Well, when this happened before he never got the red inflammation, he only had a LOT of mucus and the mucus reduced within 1 maybe 2 days but I still kept giving him the drops 3 times for 10 days and by the 5th day or so I didn't see any discharge at all, but like you guys mentioned it might take longer for the inflammation to go down...I really hope so because I don't want to delay treatment if it's in fact something else and not what he has now. How long do you guys think I should wait before I call an opthamologist?

Originally Posted by ladyjane

If there is reduced drainage, then I am thinking the meds might be working. It might take some time for the reddening to decrease.

Originally Posted by Maximo

Poor Teddy, I agree with LJ, it may take some time. When he had this before, do you remember how long it was before you saw improvement?