well it can get surgery but itll eventually come back.The vet told us.Is it really true because we want to get our dog fixed but i dont want to do it if thats true.
2007-09-16 11:52:29 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
PROLAPSED GLAND OF THE THIRD EYELID (Cherry Eye):
When the tear gland of the third eyelid pops out of position, it protrudes from behind the eyelid as a reddish mass. This prolapsed tear gland condition is commonly referred to as "cherry eye". The problem is seen primarily in young dogs, including the Cocker Spaniel, Lhasa Apso, Shih-Tzu, Poodle, Beagle, and Bulldog. It's also seen sometimes in certain cat breeds including the Burmese.
Despite its appearance, cherry eye itself is not a painful condition. However, the longer the tear gland is exposed, the more likely it will come irritated and inflamed. If the patient rubs at the eye, it could cause the gland to bleed or become infected. Furthermore, the function of the tear gland could become compromised if the gland is exposed for long periods of time.
To correct cherry eye, surgical REPLACEMENT of the gland is necessary. This treatment is superior to a somewhat older technique of surgically REMOVING the gland. The gland of the third eyelid plays an important role in maintaining normal tear production. We now know that dogs who have had the tear gland removed are predisposed to developing Dry Eye Syndrome later in life. Dry Eye Syndrome is uncomfortable for the patient, and requires the owner to administer topical medications several times a day for the remainder of the patient's life. To avoid this condition, it is preferable to tuck the tear gland back inside the third eyelid, where it can continue to function normally.
The procedures used to correct cherry eye by ophthalmologists vary depending on surgeon preference but a common procedure is called a "pocket technique". Although the gland cannot be put back into its original position in the third eyelid, a new pocket is made near the original position. The tear gland is tucked inside the pocket and the pocket is sutured closed.
So, to answer your question, find a vet who will do the procedure outlined in this answer. The percentage of return is around 5% using this method. Good luck to your dog.
2007-09-16 12:11:48 · answer #1 · answered by Bromeliad 6 · 1⤊ 2⤋
If a cherry eye correction surgery is done correctly, it will not return.
At our clinic we do not remove the third eyelid gland because we found that causes many problems later on in life for the dogs (keratoconjunctivitis sicca- also know as "dry eye").
According to a recent study out of Cornell University... if the gland is removed... 8 out of 10 dogs will suffer from dry eye. The study was based on 500 dogs of all ages that underwent gland removal surgery for cherry eye. You would have to use artificial tears for the remainder of the dogs life. We have a Cocker Spaniel at our clinic that had the gland removed years ago at a different vet clinic and the owner has to use artificial tears atleast 8 times a day.
Instead we "tack" the gland back where it is supposed to be. We do this by using sutures and attach the gland deep within the eye. Once surgery is through, the dog will go home with about a weeks worth of antibiotics. That's it!
2007-09-16 19:02:28 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 5⤊ 1⤋
I dont think that's true. Ive never once heard of cherry eye coming back after it's been surgically fixed but there's an easy way to find out. Get a second opinion from another vet in the community. Good luck.
2007-09-23 16:21:23 · answer #3 · answered by Moon 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
have the vet snip the cherry out.... It will not come back and the dog will likely NOT get dry eye as they claim. I have had one removed and never had a bit of trouble. Find a vet that will remove it rather then tuck it.
I have also known SEVERAL other owners who had the gland removed and have never had an issue with dry eye or any other issues. I have also known many people who have had to have the gland tucked more then once only to get frustrated and have it removed.
Personally I would rather put eye drops in my dogs eye daily then to have more then one surgery. Some of the surgeries were performed by eye specialist and the gland still came back out.
I read the vet techs statement about the 'study' and still disagree with tucking a cherry eye. As studies go... you can generally find one that will support whatever it is that you want to believe. :)
2007-09-16 18:59:12 · answer #4 · answered by Freedom 6 · 3⤊ 3⤋
Cherry eye can be fixed. My dog had the surgery done to remove the cherry eye and it never came back. It should not come back, if done properly.
2007-09-16 20:02:51 · answer #5 · answered by Dachshund gal? 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
At our hospital we also don't remove the gland, as it can cause dry eye later. It is a simple procedure to tack it back down permanently. Find a vet that knows how to do it.
2007-09-16 19:28:54 · answer #6 · answered by KimbeeJ 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
We fostered a seven year old hound mix who had cherry eye and we had it corrected. It has not come back and he is much more comfortable for it. Please have the surgery done. Would you want to live your life with your membranes exposed that way? It's painful.
2007-09-24 14:51:00 · answer #7 · answered by takepaws49203 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I read that the only way to fix it is surgery and they do not come back, you are removing the third eye lid when you have surgery.
2007-09-23 20:53:14 · answer #8 · answered by poop 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If done improperly, it may come back. If the surgery is done correctly it will not return. I would find a new vet if yours is so uncertain he can't even promise it'll work.
2007-09-16 19:01:39 · answer #9 · answered by Dreamer 7 · 4⤊ 0⤋
I had cherry eyes removed before. Have the vet surgerically remove the cherries. I haven't had them grow back & no trouble with dry eyes.
2007-09-16 19:21:15 · answer #10 · answered by redneckcowgirlmo 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋