296. More Eyes with Alex Sigmund

Alex Sigmund, DVM, DACVO returns to the podcast to discuss something other than allergies! There are so many non-allergic things that can occur with eyeballs (or the skin around the eyes) that may also include input from a dermatologist?

What non-allergic cause can lead to periocular dermatitis?

How do you start evaluation of blepharitis or chemosis?

We dig even deeper into eyes this week on The Derm Vet podcast!

00:01 – Intro
01:21 – What is the most common reason for periocular alopecia
03:48 – What topical antibiotic can you safely use around the eye
08:02 – Basic guidance on blepharitis
12:09 – When should general practitioners consult ophthalmologists
15:07 – Breeds with a strong overlap in skin and eye conditions
18:01 – Outro

Chapters

• 0:00 Intro
• 1:21 What is the most common reason for periocular alopecia
• 3:48 What topical antibiotic can you safely use around the eye
• 8:02 Basic guidance on blepharitis
• 12:09 When should general practitioners consult ophthalmologists
• 15:07 Breeds with a strong overlap in skin and eye conditions
• 18:01 Outro