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Moon blindness has been around a long time. In fact it may be one of the earliest veterinary diseases ever documented. In historical accounts of moon blindness, the disease flareups were thought to be tied to phases of the moon. Over the years, this disease has gone by several names, including periodic opthalmia.
The name in vogue right now is equine recurrent uveitis (ERU). ERU is a chronic, painful, eye disease and is the most common cause of blindness in horses. ERU is incurable but early diagnosis and treatment can improve the long term prognosis. Symptoms of ERU vary, but usually inflammation is involved. After the initial occurrence of eye problems, problems recur both eyes repeatedly.
With each occurrence, damage to the eye worsens. The prevalence of ERU is around 8% according to a 1992 article in Veterinary Clinics of North America: Equine Practice; 1992). Appaloosas are more likely than other breeds to develop ERU and 4 times more likely to become blind as a result of the ERU.
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Is moon blindness contagious?
Moon blindness, also known as recurrent uveitis or equine uveitis, is not contagious between horses. It is an immune-mediated disease that can be triggered by various factors like infections, trauma, or genetics. Proper management and veterinary care are essential for horses affected by moon blindness.
Who has used sugar to treat moon blindness in horses?
this is an old wives tale. not a valid treatment. Dr. Rozen
How do you define snow blindness in horses?
Moon blindness (snow blindness in horse terms) can be very severe. Look for swelling, redness, cloudiness, squinting, and constricted pupils in the dark. Also, the eye can have a blue or green tint. A tripping horse that is rubbing its eye, shaking its head, and running into things may also have moon blindness. You may think this isn't serious, but it is. After you've confirmed moon blindness, go to the vet immediately.
What are the different types of blindness?
color blindness night blindness snow blindness
Does tv cause blindness?
Television does not cause blindness.
What is corneal blindness?
blindness caused by corneal disorders
How does blindness affect people?
how does blindness affect our society
Who discover color blindness?
who discovered color blindness
Is blindness in your genes?
Everyone will get catract blindness in old age
When was Blindness released?
Blindness was released on 10/03/2008.
What was the Production Budget for Blindness?
The Production Budget for Blindness was $25,000,000.
How can people recover from blindness?
yes some types of blindness can be recovered. it depends on what type of blindness it is.
