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three times daily for twenty minutes at a time, and 

 drop in a solution of boric acid (one dram of acid to 

 three ounces of clear water) after each application of 

 hot water. 



Worm in the Eye 



In rare cases, the eyes of horses may be attacked 

 by a small parasitic worm (Fillaria papillosa) that can 

 be seen swimming in the chamber back of the pupil. 

 If allowed to remain, it ultimately causes blindness. 

 The only treatment is removal of the worm by a surgical 

 operation, a small incision being made through the 

 cornea. 



