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Eye Injuries and Infections

The eyes of your Maltese are very fragile and subject to a variety of maladies. If you suspect an injury or an infection in an eye, seek veterinary care immediately. Common eye problems could include:

	Conjunctivitis (infection of the lining of the eyelids)
	Corneal abrasions or ulcers
	Foreign bodies between the eye and eyelids or in the eye itself
	Glaucoma (increased pressure within the eyeball)
	Proptosis of the eyeball is frequently the result of trauma to animals with protruding eyes. The eyeball is actually forced partially out of its socket by the sudden change in pressure. Proptosed eyes must be treated immediately to hope to salvage vision and retain a cosmetically pleasing eye.

Even a simple injury or infection can get worse fast. Never waste time in having a veterinarian examine an eye problem. Until you can see the veterinarian:

	Remove any foreign material such as plant matter that is visible and reachable under the eyelids
	Flush the eye gently with water or saline solution if you suspect that noxious fluids or small particles have contacted the eye
	Keep discharge from the eye from building up by gently wiping the corner of the eye with a moistened cotton ball.
	Prevent your Maltese from rubbing at the affected eye so as not to cause a minor irritation to become a more serious problem.
	Apply an antibiotic ointment intended for the eye if possible. This will keep the eye moist and help to prevent infection. Avoid using products containing hydrocortisone on eye injuries until your Maltese is examined by a veterinarian because healing may be delayed by the cortisone.

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