Difference Between Canine Conjunctivitis and Keratitis:

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Difference Between Canine Conjunctivitis and Keratitis

While both are eye conditions in dogs, conjunctivitis and keratitis differ in their inflammation locations and symptoms.

Canine Conjunctivitis: The primary symptoms include red, inflamed conjunctiva, shyness, pain, watering eyes, and discharge from the corners of the eyes. The nature of the discharge varies depending on the type of conjunctivitis. Some dogs may have serous discharge, while others might have mucous or purulent secretions. Most cases of conjunctivitis are caused by external irritants, such as nasal duct obstruction, medications, or bacterial infections due to trauma.

Canine Keratitis: This condition typically arises from corneal trauma, infections caused by injuries, allergies, or foreign body irritation leading to allergic reactions. Clinically, keratitis can manifest as traumatic, superficial, chronic superficial, stromal, or ulcerative forms. Common symptoms include photophobia, watering, pain, eyelid closure, corneal opacity, and defects or ulcers, which can lead to corneal perforation in severe cases. Mild keratitis may not be immediately noticeable, often only visible under slanted sunlight, as the cornea appears rough and uneven.

Treatment Methods for Canine Conjunctivitis and Keratitis:

Conjunctivitis: For mild cases, pet owners can first clean the dog's eyes with saline solution, followed by applying dogspecific eye drops consistently for 35 days. This often leads to an improvement in conjunctivitis. For severe cases, it's advisable to take the dog to a veterinarian for a proper examination and treatment under professional guidance.

Keratitis: To treat keratitis, pet owners should first flush the dog's eyes with a 3% boric acid solution (or disinfected saline) to clean away any discharge. To prevent iris adhesion, antibacterial eye drops should be administered into the conjunctival sac. Additionally, to stimulate corneal absorption, pet owners can apply 0.5% hydrocortisone acetate solution to the eyelids.

That's a rundown of the differences between canine conjunctivitis and keratitis. I hope this information is helpful. If you have any further questions, feel free to explore more in the article "Common Eye Diseases in Dogs" or consult with an online veterinary expert.