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Uveitis in Birds

· Bird care
veterinarians wichita, KS

Birds can be prone to various eye conditions. Some of those eye conditions can cause inflammation to the inner part of the bird’s eye (like the iris or the pupil). Uveitis in one such illness that can cause such inflammation. Common symptoms of Uveitis may include small pupils, inflammation on the inside of the cornea, retinal detachment, etc. You should notify your vet of the changes and schedule an appointment for an in office exam. Your bird may face other symptoms to the eye like swelling, inflammation, discoloration, or bulging of the eye. In some situations, Uveitis itself is a symptom of an underlying illness within your bird. The Uveitis needs to be treated by a veterinarian and the source discovered in order to prevent further illnesses. Uveitis has been known to cause cataracts or even partial or complete vision loss. Make sure you consult with your veterinarians Wichita, KS on treatments.