Just wanted to update everyone on Bubba. His eye enucleation was
successful. The doctor noted significant bleeding into the vitreous of
the eye which was causing the glaucoma. This normally occurs with
significant trauma or tumors. Thankfully the doctor found no tumors and
there has been no trauma, just bumping into things. We discussed that
perhaps it was just an anomaly (perhaps a thinning) in the vessel. The
doctor gave me his lense. He said it was the thickest cataract he'd ever
seen! My students were fascinated. (My coworkers less so.) I'm grooming
some future veterinarians! Lol
Bubba was in a lot of pain the first night. He was not fond of the ice
packs. The tramadol is helping. Last night he slept much better. I'm
sleeping downstairs on the couch with him. The swelling is going down.
Hopefully he'll have significant relief soon! I'll keep you posted!
Sandee Herrington
Northeast Boston Rescue (NEBTR) is comprised of volunteers based in NY, NJ, PA, CT, and parts of other states, and serves Boston Terriers in need within reach of our helping hands.
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