What tests are needed to diagnose cataracts in dogs?
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Diagnosing dog cataracts involves tear tests, fluorescein staining, tonometry, slit-lamp exams, fundus examination, and ultrasound. Cataracts progress through four stages — initial, immature, mature, and hypermature — and earlier treatment gives better results, since complications easily arise as it worsens.
In the initial stage, medication can be used. If the condition is more advanced, surgery is required.