Eye diseases are common in cats. With their timely detection and correctly prescribed therapy by a veterinarian, these diseases can be cured. The veterinarian, depending on the diagnosis, prescribes the necessary medications. The most common eye diseases in cats are conjunctivitis, epiphora (lacrimation), a foreign body in the eye, and eye damage.
Instructions
Step 1
Feline conjunctivitis is an inflammation of the cornea of the eye. It can be an independent disease or accompany infectious diseases. Lachrymation is the first sign of conjunctivitis. In milder cases, it can go away on its own in 3-7 days. In more serious cases, lacrimal discharge becomes yellowish, abundant, has a sticky consistency, and accumulates in the corners of the eyes. In this case, treatment must be carried out without fail.
Step 2
Before curing a cat from inflammation of the cornea of the eye, you must first eliminate the reason for which it arose. If conjunctivitis has not gone away within 3 days, you should contact your veterinarian. He will prescribe eye drops, antibiotics, and also explain how to properly perform the eye wash procedure.
Step 3
Epiphora in cats is a lacrimation that is beyond normal. Its causes can be different: conjunctivitis, allergies, blockage of the lacrimal canals, damage to the cornea, and inflammation of the connective membrane of the eyes. In addition, it can be a symptom that accompanies some infectious diseases - for example, the upper respiratory tract. In some cases, as a result of lacrimation in cats, the color of the fur under the eyes changes. In these areas, the coat should be thoroughly washed or even shaved.
Step 4
Inflammation of the cornea and profuse lacrimation may be signs that the eye is damaged or that a foreign body has entered. Cat eyes should be examined in bright light to determine the cause of these symptoms. To remove a foreign body from them, place the thumb of one hand on the edge of the upper eyelid of the eye and the thumb of the other on the edge of the lower eyelid. Pull back the eyelids and examine the eyeball.
Step 5
Compare the damaged eye with the healthy one. The upper surface of the cornea of a healthy eye is smooth and transparent. If you notice a grain of sand or a speck in it, gently remove it with a damp gauze swab. To do this, slide it in the direction of the corner of the eye along the inner surface of the eyelid. If the foreign body is large, gently remove it with your fingertips or tweezers. If you cannot do this on your own, you should urgently contact a specialist.
