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What to do if your cat has festering eyes: should you run to the vet
08.05.2024 17:02
Cats periodically secrete a clear liquid from their eyes that accumulates near their nose.
This phenomenon does not cause concern among owners, and no one rushes to the vet because of it. But if the eyes start to fester - what to do then?
Experts have explained how to understand that discharge from a cat's eyes is a reason to contact a veterinarian.
What to look out for
Firstly, regardless of the age of the pet, you need to observe how abundantly the cat's tears flow.
Secondly, pay attention to the color of the discharge. Gray or reddish discharge should be a cause for concern.
Consider the reasons
You should also seek help if your cat's eyes begin to fester after receiving an injury.
In addition, the disorder can be caused by dust and other objects getting into the animal's eyes. In this case, conjunctivitis develops, just like in humans.
Diseases can also lead to blepharitis (treated with antibiotics) or panophthalmitis.
The latter disease is rare and most often develops in stray animals.
It can lead to the removal of the eyeball.
In these cases, it is better not to delay and seek help from a veterinarian.
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