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Is it normal for cats to have eye mucus?

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This article is provided by Veterinarian Dr. Benjamin Miller
Eye feces refers to eye secretions. Whether a cat has eye secretions is normal or not needs to be judged according to the specific situation. If the cat is relatively healthy and has no eye diseases, when secretions appear in the corners of the eyes, it may be that the nose has not been cleaned in time, which is This is a normal phenomenon; if the cat is in poor health and suffers from eye diseases, such as conjunctivitis, keratitis, etc., it will cause a large amount of secretions in the eyes, which is an abnormal phenomenon. If not treated in time, the secretions may continue. The increase may even affect the normal recovery of the eyes, and in severe cases may cause vision loss.

1. Why is it normal for cats to have eye secretions

Eye secretions are mainly normal secretions from the eyes. The texture is relatively dry and easy to peel off. If the cat is relatively healthy, it will not have any secretions. For eye diseases, if secretions appear in the eyes, it is a normal physiological phenomenon and can be cleaned with a wet towel without medication.

2. Why is it abnormal for cats to have eye discharge

If they have eye diseases, such as conjunctivitis. Keratitis, etc., when discharge occurs in the eyes, it is an abnormal phenomenon and needs to be improved by using antibiotic eye drops under the guidance of a doctor. You can also take pet-specific antibiotics as directed by the doctor, which can control the increase in local inflammation. Helps secretions subside.

3. Daily care for cats with eye discharge

When there is discharge in the eyes, you can use running water to rinse, you can also use a wet towel or a pet-specific product Wiping clean with wet wipes can remove secretions, reduce eye irritation, and reduce the risk of eye diseases. In daily life, you need to take your cat to the pet hospital for physical examination regularly to find out whether there is any eye disease.