Disorder - Keratitis sicca
Organ Systems InvolvedNervous/sensory
Alternative Names
Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
Dry eye
Brief Description
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A condition in which one or both eyes fail to produce adequate tears
Groups Affected
Gundog
Hound
Non Sporting
Terrier
Toy
Breeds Affected
American cocker spaniel
Bloodhound
Boston terrier
British bulldog
Cavalier King Charles spaniel
Chihuahua
Dachshund (long, smooth and wire haired)
Gordon setter
Kerry blue terrier
Lhasa Apso
Miniature pinscher
Pekingese
Pug
Yorkshire terrier
Treatment
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Surgical/Medical
PubMed References
Keratitis sicca
Contributor
Paul McGreevy