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Ectopic Cilia or Eyelash Problems in Dogs

Ectopic eyelashes grow through the eyelid lining and can rub against the cornea.

Ectopic eyelashes grow through the eyelid lining and can rub against the cornea. Irritation or ulcers may result, and corrective surgery may be required.

Editorial overview based on the linked VCA resource; this is not the complete original handout. Prepared 2026-10-03; not veterinarian-reviewed. Diagnosis and treatment, including medication choice and dose, require veterinary guidance.

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