Roxy was kept in for close monitoring and so that the AHT could start tests straight away to try to find a cause, or to at least eliminate possible causes so that the best treatment plan could be determined.
Most tests came back negative and in most cases like Roxy’s, no underlying cause is ever found. Therefore, the conclusion was drawn that Roxy’s problems were most likely caused by a reaction from her immune system, and she was started on a course of steroid tablets and eye drops to stop suppress the immune response that was attacking her eyes.
Soon Roxy was ready to be discharged to continue her medication at home. Kelly, the veterinary ophthalmology nurse, prepared a medication chart for Erica and John to follow and spent time making sure they were comfortable administering the eye drops.
Determined to give Roxy as much care and support as they possibly could, Erica and John set about making some adjustments around the house. This included bubble wrapping furniture so Roxy couldn’t bump into it and they also sprayed perfume to sign post doorways so she could more easily navigate her way around.
Two weeks later, Roxy was back to the AHT to be re-examined. Although the inflammation had slightly improved, Roxy’s retinas were still detached and Roxy was still blind in both eyes. Renata and her supervisor, James Oliver, decided to alter Roxy’s medication.
And then the incredible happened.
“Within a few days we were convinced she could see a little,” said Erica. “The clues couldn’t all be due to her other senses being heightened. Walking down the road, she saw a man approaching from 50 yards and barked at him! Another time we thought she ‘saw’ children walk across her vision about 100 yards away, her head moving as they did! We excitedly emailed Renata to tell her the good news, who was pleased, but wanted to see for herself!
“On her next appointment, Renata couldn’t stop smiling with amazement! Roxy reacted to vision tests positively, not just the left eye, but the right eye too! Proof she could see again!” added Erica.
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