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Blepharoedema - Donkey (view source)
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==Introduction==
Even mild ocular disease is associated with blepharoedema. The swelling
develops quickly due to the vascular nature of the eyelids, but resolves
quickly too. Keep systemic disease in mind as a cause.
==Diagnosis==
* Examine the animal thoroughly for the possible cause
* Take a '''blood sample''' for routine haematology and biochemistry if concurrent illness is suspected
* Donkeys are more stoical than horses, but '''blunt trauma''' still occurs commonly, made more likely by an unsuitable stabling environment
* Always check for a worse case of '''orbital fracture and retinal detachment'''
* Fluorescein stain is again part of the examination; if the eyelids fail to meet during the blink, '''corneal ulceration''' will result
==Treatment==
* '''Systemic [[NSAIDs|NSAID]]''' will produce an immediate response. Flunixin meglumine is more effective than phenylbutazone
* '''Systemic [[Antibiotics|antimicrobials]]''' are indicated in cases of systemic infection
* '''Topical ointment''' should be used to protect the cornea
==References==
* Grove, V. (2008) Conditions of the eye In Svendsen, E.D., Duncan, J. and Hadrill, D. (2008) ''The Professional Handbook of the Donkey'', 4th edition, Whittet Books, Chapter 11
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