Bichon Frise's question about Corneal Dystrophy

Question

I have a question about my 16 year Bichon Frise, Lacy.  She has had a tiny white spot in the exact middle of her right eye (cornea/pupil-?) that in the right light looks like a tiny white crater for about 6 months.  I seemed to really notice after she had her teeth cleaned and some moles removed in March 2018 and with this she was put under anesthesia.   She has seen her Vet twice with this among other things she is developing along with CKD.  She squints most of the time especially out in the sun and if you go to pet her she backs away and put her head down with a tremble like i am going to hit her which i would never do. Could this be some type of Corneal Dystrophy.  Current Meds Tobramycin Ophthalmic Solution was given for 10 days and then Artificial Tears Ointment that she is on now but none of this seems like it is giving her any relief and wondering if she is in pain with this.  Would love to get your thoughts.  THANK YOU!!!

Accepted Answer

It is possible that Lacy has a chronic ulcer, and if she is trembling when you come near her eye, it may be painful.  I think that it would be a good idea to have a referral to an ophthalmologist since this has been going on for so long, and she may need different therapy.  I hope that she is okay.

Corneal Dystrophy in Dogs