What causes cats to have discharge from their eyes? Brown discharge from a cat's eyes

Your furry pet is very pretty, cheerful and cheerful, but suddenly you notice that something is flowing from her eyes. Even if it doesn't bother your cat at all, you should be responsible and contact a veterinarian!

After all, you care about her health! In our article we will talk about the causes of this problem and how you can cure cat eyes.

Causes of eye discharge in a kitten

Some fluid in the eyes of cats is normal, as long as it is clear and in small quantities. Perhaps all owners have noticed how their pet’s eyes water after sleep. But greenish, yellow or brown discharge from a kitten’s eyes should alert you! They are often inflammatory in nature and require treatment by a veterinary ophthalmologist.

Let's find out which discharges are pathological*.

* Our table is for informational purposes only. The final diagnosis will be made by a veterinarian-ophthalmologist.

** Please note that there are cat breeds (for example, Persian) for which brown discharge is normal. Due to their characteristic flat muzzle, their tear ducts are arranged in a special way.

It happens that a kitten is bothered by discharge not only from the eyes, but also from the nose. Please note: if a runny nose looks like pus, then it is not related to a common cold, and your pet urgently needs treatment! In adult cats, it may indicate the following diseases:

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• Inflammation and damage
• Viral rhinotracheitis
• Mycoplasmosis
• Chlamydia
• Panleukopenia (feline distemper)
• Polyps
• Tumors (lymphosarcoma, adenocarcinoma, etc.)

Pus is an unpleasant substance and there are many varieties of it. Veterinarians distinguish:

• serous;
• slimy;
• bloody;
• and the actual purulent nature of nasal discharge.

As for baby kittens, purulent nasal discharge often appears due to:

• hypothermia;
• malnutrition;
• poor living conditions;
• infections.

As you can see, cats that are not vaccinated on time are susceptible to dangerous diseases. When picking up a kitten on the street, be prepared for the fact that he will have a whole bunch of diseases. The sooner you show your foundling to the veterinarians, the better.

Video: Discharge from a kitten's eyes

Why does a kitten have discharge from the eyes and what medications will the doctor prescribe?

If you have a little fluffy at home, or you took him from the street, the first thing to do is take care of his eyes. A kitten that is insufficiently watched over by its mother cat often looks at the world through a veil of tears. Help your pet: take a cotton swab dipped in boiled water or chamomile infusion and gently wipe his eyes. If you see that they are clean and clear, then everything is in order. If the appearance does not improve, call a veterinarian ophthalmologist.

When the cause of purulent discharge from the eyes of a kitten has already been established, you will have to treat it according to all the rules. Usually the doctor prescribes therapy for the underlying disease (injections, droppers, tablets), as well as solutions for topical use. You will have to get pretty creative to do a good rinse. After all, an obstinate pet is unlikely to like this procedure. It is more convenient to wash the cat’s eyes together with an assistant.

1. Hold the animal in one position by squeezing its paws.
2. Soak a cotton swab in a warm Chlorhexidine solution.
3. If the eyelids are stuck together from pus, you should moisten them and open them slightly.
4. Squeeze the liquid from the swab into your pet's eye.

Prevention of eye diseases in cats

We have listed the types of eye discharge. As you can see, they often arise as a result of poor animal care. Employees of cat shelters, looking for newborn kittens in basements and entrances, often encounter these problems. Persistent treatment, as a rule, gives good results, and healthy eyes can be restored.

But unpleasant discharge from the eyes also occurs in cats that live with their owner. If vaccinations against major infectious diseases are not carried out on time, animals can become victims of eye diseases. Therefore, veterinarians strongly advise vaccination on schedule. You also need to follow basic hygiene rules - periodically do wet cleaning and ventilate the room. By the way, this will benefit not only the pet, but also its owner!

Call the veterinarians of the Hermes clinic to your home in Moscow to make the correct diagnosis and carry out effective treatment.

What does brown, greenish, pink and black discharge from a cat's eyes indicate? The two main options are a bacterial infection or a virus. If treatment is not started on time, some pathology may develop. This is why it is so important to consult a veterinarian as soon as you notice discharge from the eyes of cats. But unfortunately, it is not always possible to do this quickly. How to help pets? And how to find out the cause of “crying” eyes? Let's figure it out together.

Wet eyes are normal

If the owner notices discharge from the eyes of cats in the form of a light, transparent liquid, there is no need to panic. This is completely normal for a healthy animal. Wet eyes can occur both after sleep and throughout the day.

But if the owner regularly observes purulent or colored discharge, this is a serious cause for alarm.

For example, you notice a brown discharge from your cat’s eyes. What could this mean? Or, say, if the animal has greenish discharge? Now let's look at this in detail.

Brown discharge

Let us warn you right away: this is not an infection. Most likely, brown discharge is associated with impaired tear outflow. What pathologies and diseases are indicated by brown discharge from the eyes of cats? The list is:

• Small tear ducts.

Eye injury.

Non-infectious inflammation of the lacrimal sac.

Allergy.

Neoplasms compressing the tear ducts.

Foreign body in the lumen of the lacrimal canal.

Only a veterinarian can make an accurate diagnosis. Self-treatment can only aggravate the situation, leading to irreversible consequences.

By the way, about brown discharge. Very rare, but they are associated with improper feeding. Many owners are aware that they should not feed their pet dry food and homemade food at the same time. One thing should be in the diet. But they still continue to do this.

If this is how you feed your cat, try removing the kibble or regular food. After a few days, the discharge will disappear on its own. If this does not happen, you will have to go to the vet.

The cat is crying

Sometimes the owner notices heavy discharge from the eyes of cats. At the same time, they are transparent and do not have an unpleasant odor. What it is? Most likely, your pet is allergic to something. In most cases, abundant clear discharge from the eyes indicates an allergy. In addition, there is redness and swelling of the eyelids.

What can cause the disease? Anything from food to litter for the tray.

How to help a cat?

So, what should you do if your cat has excessive watery eyes and brown discharge? Is treatment at home possible? At first, you can wipe your pet’s eyes with an antiseptic that does not contain alcohol. In the second case, as we already know, it is advisable to show the pet to a veterinarian. If this is not possible, a chamomile solution will help. They rub their eyes 3-5 times a day.

Infectious diseases

The first sign of infection is discharge from the eyes of cats. Greenish, milky and yellow discharge indicates the presence of the following diseases:

Bacterial conjunctivitis.

Inflammation of the eyelids.

Diseases of the ocular vessels.

Inflammation of the cornea of ​​the eye.

Glaucoma.

What to do in this case? Alas, when it comes to a bacterial infection, you simply cannot do without the help of a veterinarian. The longer you delay with it, the higher the likelihood of developing pathology. Fighting it is much harder than killing the disease in the bud.

Let's start with the fact that if your pet is a representative of the Persian breed, then you do not need to be afraid of such discharge. Pink discharge from the eyes in cats is associated with the structure of the nose and eyes.

In other cases, pinkish-brown discharge may indicate trichiasis. This is abnormal eyelash growth. It provokes a violation of the structure of the eyelids. As in the previous case, it is important to contact your veterinarian for help in a timely manner. The owner is powerless in this situation.

Eyes fester

Does your cat have brown, hard discharge in her eyes? This is dried pus. What to do if your cat's eyes are infected? First of all, it is necessary to establish the cause. Most likely it is bacterial conjunctivitis.

To definitely find out this, it is necessary to undergo bacterial culture tests. This is done in a veterinary clinic. A swab is taken from the cat's eye. There is no need to panic, this is a quick procedure. The pet won’t even have time to feel anything.

It happens that only one eye of a cat festeres. In this case, a foreign body is likely to enter it, which leads to an inflammatory process.

How to treat?

We never tire of repeating that we first determine the cause of purulent discharge. Before your veterinarian gets involved, you can help your cat at home. Relieve pus and discomfort with chamomile infusion, saline solution or antiseptic without alcohol.

Here you will need help from your household. One holds the pet, the second washes the eye. Take a cotton swab, twist it tightly and dip it in the solution. Squeeze onto the animal's eyelid.

If the eyes are glued together, then the solution is applied to the surface. Soon the eyes will open and it will be possible to wash them. If the eyelashes are stuck together, then the eye is rubbed with the solution over the surface until it opens. Cleaning is carried out with a cotton swab, moving to the corners of the eyes.

What does an owner need to know before rinsing a cat's eye?

The solution should be warm. Do not use a product that is too hot or cold.

When treating eyes, change cotton swabs as often as possible.

It is strictly necessary to ensure that the tampon is wet. Contact of the eye with a dry swab is unacceptable. The material may stick to the surface of the eye, causing damage.

It is quite possible that the veterinarian will prescribe drops into the cat’s eyes for purulent discharge. Please do not use them yourself, without prescription from a specialist. This can be fraught with very serious consequences.

What drops are most often prescribed?

Relieves inflammation. Prescribed for various diseases of the organs of vision.

"Leopard". If a cat has purulent conjunctivitis, it is possible to prescribe these drops. They are inexpensive but effective. Suitable for all breeds.

"Iris". Prescribed for: Excellent for the treatment of diseases such as keratitis (eyelids) and blepharitis (swollen eyelids). Sometimes doctors prescribe drops for prevention.

"Levomycetin". Kills all bacteria outright. Suitable for the treatment of conjunctivitis.

Drops are instilled into the cat's eyes as follows. Position the animal's head so that the eyes look up. The pipette is held at a distance of 2 cm from the eye and dripped. It is advisable to have someone help hold the pet during the procedure.

Cat Eye Care

Don't wait until you notice discharge from the eyes of cats. Carefully examine your pet's face every day, paying special attention to the eyes. This especially applies to those animals that walk outside. In the evening, it is advisable to wipe your eyes with a swab dipped in chamomile solution or saline solution.

Black discharge from the eyes

The causes of black discharge from the eyes of a cat may be the following:

• Respiratory infection.

  Chlamydia.

Why are they dangerous? A signal that the pet’s health is not all right. let it not appear outwardly in any way, except for discharge from the eyes.

However, action needs to be taken now. Hurry with the animal to the veterinarian, who will prescribe the necessary tests and treatment.

There is a possibility that the black discharge is a consequence of an eye injury, and not the presence of an infection in the cat's body. A trip to the veterinarian is mandatory in any case, since the cause needs to be determined exactly.

Once again about transparent discharge

We have already mentioned above the profuse tearing of cat's eyes. Now let us dwell in more detail on the issue of transparent discharge from the eyes of cats and the symptoms that accompany them. What should you pay attention to?

If you notice clear discharge from your nose and eyes, this should alert you. A clear sign that the cat has calcivirus.

The cat is lethargic, refuses to eat and tries to hide in a dark place.

The collar and mouth are constantly wet due to the abundant secretion of saliva.

Small ulcers filled with fluid appear in the mouth. They burst, causing the cat great pain and unable to eat.

The animal is constantly sneezing.

Sores similar to those in the mouth appear on the nose.

Contact your veterinarian immediately. This is a very serious infection, and if it is not stopped in time, there is a high probability of your pet’s death.

Let's summarize

We figured out the reasons for the appearance of discharge from the eyes of cats. They can be caused by:

infectious and viral diseases;

disruption of lacrimal outflow;

wrong diet.

In most cases, only a veterinarian can help your pet. But the owner can alleviate the discomfort before the cat is examined by a specialist. To do this, you need to wipe her eyes with a chamomile solution, saline solution or an antiseptic without alcohol.

Conclusion

Cats need treatment just like people. Unlike their owners, animals are helpless and completely dependent on them. Therefore, you should not wait until the last minute and ignore obvious signs of certain diseases. It is easier to prevent a disease than to deal with its consequences.

Cats and dogs are the friendliest animals. Everyone loves them, both children and adults. But often living together with pets causes a lot of trouble. And this concerns their health. Often, owners notice discharge from the eyes of a dog or cat, but do not know what to do or who to run to. Whether such discharge is a pathology or not and whether it needs to be treated, we will talk now.

General information

The structure of the eyes of dogs and cats differs significantly from human eyes. But they have one thing in common - the surface of the eyeball is covered with a mucous membrane, which performs protective functions. It protects the organs of vision from dust and dirt, which can cause irritation and inflammation.

This mucous membrane is constantly moistened and this happens due to the glands that produce a special secretion. The eye has one large gland, called the lacrimal gland, and many small ones that are located along the edge of the eyelid, where the cilia grow. In cats and dogs, these glands work more actively than in humans, and therefore quite often in such animals one can observe dried crusts in the corners of the eyes, which are the same secretion. These crusts can be of different colors - yellow and brown, completely transparent, and also have a whitish color.

If the animal's eyes periodically water, but there are no extraneous symptoms, then the owners have nothing to worry about. This is considered a completely normal physiological phenomenon that does not require special treatment.

But if a cat or dog begins to ooze pus from its eyes or the animal blinks frequently, its eyelids swell or its eyes itch, you should immediately contact a veterinarian. The appearance of such symptoms indicates the development of various diseases, the untreated of which can lead to deterioration or complete loss of vision. And since dogs and cats are different animals, we will consider the causes of discharge from their eyes separately.

As practice shows, pathological secretions from the eyes are observed in dogs much more often than in cats. And the reason for this is the love of cleanliness inherent in cats. But even if the owners carefully monitor the dog’s hygiene, they may also encounter this problem. This is especially true for purebred dogs. They quite often have allergic reactions to various irritants, for example, pollen or shampoos with which they are bathed.

Allergies in animals manifest themselves in the same way as in humans - redness of the eyes, increased tearing, sneezing and itching. In this case, it is imperative to identify what exactly caused such a reaction in the dog, and only then treat it.

However, it is not recommended to do this yourself, since, for example, a Yorkie or a pug may have an allergic reaction to the drugs used, which will only worsen the dog’s condition. Therefore, it is best to take him to the vet immediately. As a rule, when a Yorkie or any other breed of dog appears, antihistamine eye drops are used. They must be used strictly according to the regimen prescribed by the doctor.

The appearance of purulent discharge in a dog indicates the development of a disease such as conjunctivitis. Its main symptoms are:

• Frequent blinking.
• Redness of the eyeball.
• Swelling of the eyelids.
• Frequent rubbing of eyes with paws.
• Clumping of eyelashes.

At the same time, the dog's behavior changes greatly. Since the disease causes discomfort that the animal cannot talk about, it becomes irritable and aggressive or, conversely, constantly sleeps and refuses to eat.

It should be noted that conjunctivitis in dogs can have a different nature of origin - bacterial, viral and allergic. Therefore, its treatment should also occur only after examination by a veterinarian. Antibacterial eye drops are most often used as therapy, but antiviral or antihistamine drugs can also be prescribed.

A Yorkie or any other purebred dog may have a disease called epiphora. This condition is characterized by excessive tearing and the appearance of crusts near the eyes. The cause of the development of this disease can be various factors (inflammatory processes, ulcerative lesions, tumors, etc.), on which, in fact, the treatment of epiphora depends.

In case of purulent vaginal secretion, it is also necessary to conduct an examination of the cornea. The thing is that its inflammation is also accompanied by a similar symptom. Inflammation of the cornea (keratitis) in dogs often occurs due to head or eye trauma, as well as unsuccessful surgical interventions in which the tear duct was damaged.

It is very important to promptly determine the cause of the development of keratitis and begin its treatment, otherwise the animal may become completely blind. Therapy for this disease consists of washing the eyes with aseptic solutions, using eye drops and antimicrobial drugs. In the event that a pet’s keratitis is a consequence of the development of autoimmune pathologies, then special immunosuppressants for dogs are used.

Features of dog treatment

Speaking about methods of treating discharge, it should be noted that self-medication in this case is simply unacceptable. As soon as yellow or brown liquid begins to leak from the animal’s eyes, it should be immediately shown to a veterinarian. And if you can’t get to him quickly and an appointment is possible only after a few days, then at this time you can resort to certain actions that can alleviate the dog’s condition when he develops ophthalmological diseases. These include:

1. Tetracycline ointment and antiseptic solutions. They can be used to treat the organs of vision if there are clear signs of inflammatory processes.
2. When there are no special eye drops at hand, you can use aseptic solutions (for example, Miramistin) or strong black tea to treat the eye. Remember that you need to take separate gauze pads or cotton pads to treat each eye. If you wipe both eyes with the same napkin, this will lead to the transfer of infection from one organ of vision to another.
3. Both eyes need to be treated at once, even if the other one seems healthy.
4. Protect your pet from strong winds, dust and dirt.

All these measures will help avoid further progression of the disease in the dog. But this does not mean that he does not need to be taken to the veterinarian. Remember, only he will be able to determine the exact reason why the dog’s eyes are watery and prescribe treatment that will quickly and effectively deal with this problem.

Cats are clean animals that constantly “wash themselves” and take care of their fur. But even they sometimes have health problems, in which many owners notice their watery eyes.

There are also a lot of reasons for the appearance of discharge in a kitten or adult cat. They are also susceptible to conjunctivitis and keratitis. The symptoms and treatment of these diseases occur in the same way as in dogs, so we will not describe them.

Speaking about why a cat’s eyes are running, it should be said that these representatives of the animal world are characterized by such pathologies as:

1. Dacryocystitis. It is characterized by inflammation of the lacrimal sac, as a result of which the lumen of the tear ducts narrows. As it develops, the discharge from the eye acquires a yellowish or brownish tint.
2. Rhinotracheitis (cat flu). It is a disease in which an infection of the upper respiratory tract occurs. Brown discharge is a complication in this case.
3. Allergy. When it develops, the cat may experience serous discharge, swelling of the eyelids, etc. The main factors that provoke allergies in cats are cigarette smoke, chemicals, dust and pollen.
4. Uveitis. It is characterized by inflammation of the iris and often develops against the background of diabetes, high blood pressure and cancer. With the development of uveitis, brown discharge is mainly observed, which dries out, forming dark crusts in the corners of the organs of vision.
5. Trichiasis. Another pathology that may be accompanied by discharge in a cat. It is characterized by abnormal growth of eyelashes towards the eyeball. The cilia irritate it, causing inflammatory processes on the mucous membranes, which causes this symptom to appear.
6. Dry eye. This condition is also called keratoconjunctivitis sicca and dry eye syndrome. As this disease develops, there is an abnormal decrease in tear production, which causes inflammation and irritation of the cornea and conjunctiva.
7. Tumor. Oncological diseases are also typical for animals and can affect various organs, including the eyes. As they develop, they experience red discharge from their eyes, sometimes dark brown.

Features of treatment

If you notice that your cat's eye is running, it is advisable to take her to the vet immediately. If this is not possible, then you can also help your pet with simple measures. For example, festering eyes can be washed with saline solution. It is prepared like this: take 1 liter of water, dilute with ½ tsp. table salt, after which the solution is boiled and cooled to room temperature. It is recommended to wash the eyes of kittens and adult cats every 2 hours.

Important! If the discharge appears due to allergic reactions, you cannot use a saline solution. It is also not recommended to use it if the animal experiences bleeding from the eyes, as it occurs either due to injuries or tumors. And in both cases, a saline solution can only do harm.

In addition to saline, you can also use aseptic solutions, strong tea, chamomile decoction or string. However, if the treatment does not give positive results within several days, the animal must be shown to a veterinarian. He may need special treatment, which will include the use of antibacterial or anti-inflammatory drugs.

Most owners of pet cats are faced with the problem of discharge from the eyes.

Such discharge is either transparent or has a brown tint. At the same time, the cat’s eyes are watery and around them are colored reddish or brown.

Causes of discharge from a cat's eyes

• A disease associated with increased lacrimation.
• Impaired tear flow.

Allergies, foreign objects, infections, entropion of the eyelids, epiphora - all this and much more can cause discharge. Besides, brown discharge from cat eyes may be associated with poor nutrition if you mix food with natural food and food from different manufacturers.

Treatment of eye discharge in cats

Having determined the cause of this disease, it must be eliminated, after which the discharge will go away on its own.

Rare discharge from a cat's eyes and in small quantities is normal, the main thing is that there is no pus. In this case, you just need to wash the cat's eyes occasionally. Cat breeds with flattened faces are especially susceptible to these diseases. This is due to the non-standard structure of the nose and eyes.

How to wash your cat's eyes:

• warm water;
• saline;
• chamomile decoction;
• boric acid solution (two teaspoons of solution are required for half a glass of water).

How to wash a cat's eyes?

This will require coordinated work of two people. One should hold the animal, the other should drip the solution.

First you need to prepare a special cotton swab. To do this, twist the cotton into a tight rope. The use of cotton swabs is not recommended as there is a high probability of causing damage to your pet. Soak a cotton swab with the solution and squeeze the liquid onto the cat's eyeball. If the animal's eyelids are glued together, a solution should be applied to their surface and over time, when they get wet, they will be able to open.

If your pet's eyelashes are stuck together, then you need to run a swab from the nose to the corner of the eye along the surface of the eyelashes. By repeating the manipulations, the eyelashes will definitely come apart, after which you should rinse the eye according to the scheme described above.

If your cat's eye discharge is associated with an infection, you should seek help from a veterinarian. To alleviate the animal's suffering, you can drop a few drops of olive oil into the eyes.

Tips for rinsing your cat's eyes:

• Use only warm solutions, never cold or hot.
• Do not rub the surface of the eye with a cloth or dry swab that sticks to the surface; the rough cloth may damage it.
• If your cat has a lot of discharge, don't forget to change the tampon.
• To properly place drops into your pet's eyes, you need to turn his head so that his eyes are pointing straight up. Hold your hand with a tampon or pipette at a level of 1-2 centimeters from your eyes and drop 1-2 drops.
• If your veterinarian has prescribed eye ointment for your cat, warm it up before applying it to help it penetrate the eye more easily. The ointment is squeezed into the corner of the eye, pulling back the lower eyelid.

Washing a cat's eyes It is carried out not only for treatment of discharge, but also for prevention. If your pet likes to be outdoors, pollen and dust particles should be periodically cleaned out using a standard washing regimen.

A cat is a neat and clean animal compared to other species, so it manages to “wash itself” in a timely manner in the morning before the owner finds in the corners of its eyes the consequences of a night’s sleep in the form of small dryish crusts, the presence of which is considered normal. But the presence is notdry discharge from the animal's eyes, which are observed throughout the dayand has been going on for several days now, may be a sign of danger, s forcing you to draw attention to yourself.

E If a cat's eyes fester, what to treat? When can the procedures be done?independently, and in which cases you should contact a veterinary clinic? We'll tell you about the main reasons for outflows from cats' eyes, so our readers were able to distinguish complex pathologies from less dangerous ones, and we will also describe, how to wash your eyes correctly, How can you carry out this procedure at home?Let's take a closer look at this problem in kittens.

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Types of discharge from the eyes

IN cat owners should have a general understanding ofthe nature of eye discharge. It is on this basis that less dangerous diseases can be distinguished nia from more complex ones and say Does it have anything to do with etiology?pathogenic microflora.

Distinguish three main types discharge (exudate) from the eyes of cats:

• Serous discharge. In the icey exudate is usually transparent th, straw color, sometimes pinkish. In the vast majority of cases, serous inflammation serves as the beginning of more complex pathological reactions, and may also be associated o with availability viral infection, allergies and impact aggressive environments– cigarette smoke, chemicals and others.

• Mucous exudate. Mucoid viscous e expiration of lightcolors without significant odoroften a sign of chronic exposure to irritants, allergens, or dry eyes due to pathology of the lacrimal glands or cornea. Launched injuries can also cause mucous inflammation, which turns into a purulent form.

• Mucopurulente expiration most often p appear due to development bacterial infections. Liquid is released dark yellow to green colors with the presence of a characteristic ichorous odor.

Additional symptoms in an animal

Except about obvious Although there are signs of ocular discharge, many pathological conditions are characterized by additional symptoms, which can also be used to preliminarily assess the cause of the disorder:

• . The cat increasingly tries to scratch the eye area with its paw or rub its muzzle against surrounding objects. Itching is a classic symptom of allergies and many viral infections that develop in the eye area.

• Frequent blinking.

• Chronic mucous membranes and slimy -purulent discharge often causes the formation of dense crusts that dry to the eyelids.This condition makes it much more difficult to fully open the palpebral fissure.

• Sneezing and discharge from the nasal cavity are symptoms of the development of a viral infection. In cats it is most often viral rhinotracheitis , the main pathogen which I eat there is herpes virus type 1 and calicivirus.

• N bloodshot eyesand redness of the third eyelid is a characteristic symptom of all pathological processes in the eye area.

• Pain in the periocular tissues is often associated leads to bacterial infections and injuries.

• Puffy appearance of eyelids.

• Sensitivity to light (photophobia). Appears with the development of a pathological process on the cornea.

Among other things, with the generalization of a bacterial infectionand the development of viral diseasesthe cat may havehave a low-grade fever. ABOUT however, this phenomenon can be found in animals with severely weakened immune systems m.

Why do my cat's eyes fester?

It’s worth emphasizing right away that the presence of foreign bodies in a cat’s eye can cause characteristic discharge, or flowing as the pathological process becomes more complicated. Routinely, the causes of eye discharge in a cat can be:

• Blepharitis - inflammation of the eyelids. Etiology: bacterial infection, allergies and congenital anomalies.
• – open wound, like s, viral x, fungal x or bacterial x infections, dryness and eye, structural x anomalies and foreign bodies.

• D acriocystitis – inflammation of the lacrimal sacand mucous membrane of the tear ducts, leading to complete obstruction (pathological narrowing of the lumen) the latter. Mostprone to this pathologybrachycephalic breeds of cats, for example, Persians.

• felines or cat flu - acute respiratory infection of the upper respiratory tract with the transition of the pathological process to the eye area.
• – inflammation of the conjunctiva – mucous membrane, which covers the front eyes . P Richin conjunctivitis at there may be a variety of symptoms, including infections, allergies, foreign object, injury atism and syndrome keratoconjunctivitis a (dry eye a).
• Allergies can causeinfection and, as a rule, serousdischarge from the eyes. Common allergens for cats include pollen, whitefishrocket smoke, chemicals.
• Uveitis – inflammation of the iris(choroid) of the eye and ciliary body. The etiology includes infections, diabetes mellitus, highsome blood pressure, tumors, and also in cats are often noted idiopathic uveitis (no known reason).
• Epiphora – tear duct blockageany pathological agents.
• Trichias – incorrect growth of eyelashes towards the eyeball with the development of corresponding problems. Trichias – a rare phenomenon among cats and occurs mainly among highly purebred animals.
• Dry eye (dry keratoconjunctivitis, dry eye syndrome) – inflammation of the cornea and conjunctiva because of abnormal decline in production tears.

U cat's eye is festering: What should the owner do?

In any case, progressive discharge from the eyes of the animal, noticeably passing from a simplerserous form into a more complex one mucous or slimy -purulent, require mandatory intervention by a veterinarian. The cornea and conjunctiva are extremely delicate tissues that, with prolonged exposure to a pathological agent, can succumb to the development of irreversible dystrophic degeneration. This, in turn, will lead to visual impairment in the animal.

So, if a cat has a purulent eye, there is simple algorithm of actions host:

• Pay attention to the frequency of expirations. If their presence is observed 2- 3 days , and the formation of crusts is also noticeable - it is necessary to examine the condition of the animal’s eyes in more detail.
• Visually determine the presence of injuries in the eye area and the presence of a foreign body. Perhaps these are the only conditions that the owner can “cure” at home on his own.

• If present beforeadditional allergy symptomsremember what could have changed in the environmentenvironment for the cat. Maybe, This change of food, flowering phase of indoor plants, and so on.

Perhaps this is all that a cat owner can do to independently “diagnose” the disease, the symptom of which is eye discharge. In all other cases, it is highly recommended to contact a veterinary clinic.

What to treat, e if your cat's eyes are festering

After removing a foreign object, or when a consequence is detected th eye injury, the animal should be thoroughly washed by deleting all expirations , including dried crusts. Please note that this procedure should be carried out daily., right up until clinical signs completely disappear.

As a washing liquid, it can be purchased at a veterinary pharmacy.cial drugs, as well asmake them yourself.How to wash a cat's eyesat home:

• A solution of table salt in distilled water. Per liter liquid dissolve half a teaspoon and salt and bring to a boil. Cool before use. Treatment is indicated for any type of expirations, with the exception of those arising from allergic etiology. In this case, no salt is added to the water.
• Strong fresh tea infusion. Only loose leaf tea should be brewed, ideally with distilled water. In addition to its excellent disinfectant properties, tea leaves, thanks to caffeine, constrict blood vessels, which reduces allergy symptoms.

When it becomes necessary to wipe your cat’s eyes with home remedies, you need to remember that the prepared washing liquid should be divided into two equal halves, where each is applied to its own eye. You also need to use separate swabs or wipes for each eye. Before removing crusts, they should be pre-soaked. Forced separation is not permitted.

In kittens, all procedures are carried out similarly to adult animals.

How to wash a cat's eyes when inflammation bacterial in nature

If there are signs of bacterial infection in any of theThese washing solutions can dissolve the dry antibiotic powder. Well suited for these purposes"B icillin-3" or "B icillin-5" at the rate of one bottle of powder per liter of water.

H eat to treat the cat's eye for injuries

Usually in this case the owner’s first thought is about iodine or brilliant green. Similar wound treatment is acceptable, howeverit should be carried out exclusively by a veterinarian, since even minimal exposure of such irritating media to the conjunctiva will cause not only suffering in the animal and danger from its adequate defense reaction, but also the development of irreversible processes.

How wash the cat's eyes Right

Beforeany manipulations should be taken care ofworry about your own safety. For this animal must o be recorded. Betterwrap the cat tightly in a towel, leaving only the head outside.Help from a second person will be very helpful.As already noted, it is not recommended to rinse both eyes from the same container, with the same tampons or napkins.

We hope that we fully respondanswered the question from our readers,how to treat and what to do if at the cat's eyes fester. In conclusion, it is worth emphasizing once again that if there are additional symptoms, it is necessary to contact a veterinary clinic in order to make a correct diagnosis and prescribe the appropriate treatment. his treatment.