NFE

New Forest Eye is caused by a bacterium called Moraxella bovis, and is largely spread by flies in the summer months. Also known as Infectious Bovine Keratoconjunctivitis, or Pinkeye.

Clinical signs

• increased tear production, often leading to overspilling and tear-staining of face
• cloudy, then pink discolouration of the eye
• corneal ulceration
• cow unwilling to open eye or to be examined due to pain. Pain is more extreme in direct sunlight.

Treatment