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Dogs
with ectropion have a sagging
lower eyelid that leaves the eye exposed and dry. It is caused by a lack of tone
of the delicate muscles that hold the lid taut against the eye.
The
irritation can be temporarily relieved with artificial tears and ointments to
lubricate the eye; however, surgery to tighten the lid is usually necessary to
correct this problem.
Dogs
with entropian have an eyelid that turns inward. It is a problem
that typically affects the lower lid. It usually stems from a muscle spasm;
however, it can also be caused by scarring from trauma or inflammation from
certain diseases that involve the eyelids.
When
the eyelid turns inward, the lashes rub against the eye, resulting in
irritation, scratchiness, tearing and redness. Surgery is often required to
correct the problem.
The
most effective treatment for entropion is surgery. Artificial tears can be
helpful to ease the irritation caused from the lashes rubbing against the eye.
