09/18/2026
Clover, the very handsome , recently had surgery to correct third eyelid (nictitans) gland prolapses in both eyes. This condition is often referred to as “cherry eye”. The longer these glands remain pr*****ed, the greater the risk of associated eye health concerns. In Clover’s case his cherry eye was causing incomplete eyelid closure in both eyes, which led to corneal inflammation. In the left eye, Clover had a painful corneal rupture, which may have started out as a minor ulcer, but the physical irritation from the cherry eye and incomplete eyelid closure likely exacerbated the problem. The prognosis for vision in the left eye was guarded because of the degree of inflammation and damage, but we are thrilled to say that at Clover’s most recent post surgery examination we determined that both eyelid glands are in their proper position, the inflammation has mostly resolved, corneal clarity has improved, and he is visual in his left eye. Yay Clover!
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