Chronic Superficial Keratitis

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Immune & Autoimmune

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Chronic superficial keratitis, also known as pannus, is a genetic autoimmune condition that causes lesions on the outer layer of a dog’s eye. Ultimately, these lesions can lead to blindness. The cause of the condition is not well known.

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List of affected breeds:

Genetic research has linked this gene and condition in the following breeds:

Greyhound

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What does this mean for a dog with this trait?

There is no known cure for chronic superficial keratitis. Its symptoms can be managed with anti-inflammatory medications. Limiting exposure to UV rays may also be able to slow down the disease’s progression.

Symptoms

Symptoms of chronic superficial keratitis include raised red, brown, or gray spots on the eye, a general cloudy appearance to the eyeball, and visible blood vessels in the eye. It may also cause thick inner eyelids and discharge.

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