What can brown, greenish, pink, and black discharge from cat's eyes indicate? Two main options: a bacterial infection or a virus. If you do not start treatment on time, any pathology may develop. That is why it is so important, having hardly noticed the discharge in cats from the eyes, consult a veterinarian. But unfortunately, it is not always possible to do this quickly. How to help pets? And how to find out the cause of the "crying" eyes? Let's get it together.
Wet eyes are fine
If the owner has noticed discharge from the eyes of cats in the form of a light, clear liquid - do not panic. This is completely normal for a healthy animal. Wet eyes can be 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 a cat’s eye. What can it talk about? Or, say, if an animal has greenish secretions? Now we dwell on this in detail.
Brown discharge
We’ll warn you right away: this is not an infection. Most likely, brown discharge is associated with a violation of the lacrimal outflow. What pathologies and diseases indicate brown discharge in cats from the eyes? The list is as follows:
- Small lacrimal tubules.
Eye injury.
Non-infectious inflammation of the lacrimal sac.
Allergy.
Neoplasms compressing the lacrimal tubules.
Foreign body in the lumen of the lacrimal canal.
An accurate diagnosis can only be made by a veterinarian. Self-treatment can only aggravate the situation, bringing it to irreversible consequences.
By the way, about brown discharge. Very rarely, but they are associated with improper feeding. Many owners are aware that you can’t feed your pet with dry food and homemade food at the same time. One thing should be in the diet. But still they continue to do so.
If you are feeding your cat this way, try to remove the feed or regular food. After a few days, the discharge will disappear by itself. If this does not happen, you will have to go to the veterinarian.
Cat is crying
Sometimes the owner notices copious discharge from the eyes of cats. Moreover, they are transparent, have no unpleasant odor. What it is? Most likely, the pet is allergic to anything. Abundant clear discharge from the eyes in most cases indicate an allergy. In addition, redness and swelling of the eyelids are observed.
How can an illness be provoked? Anything, starting from food and finishing with a filler for a tray.
How to help a cat?
So what to do if there is profuse lacrimation and brown discharge from the eyes of a cat? Is home treatment possible? At the first, you can wipe the eyes of your pet with an antiseptic that does not contain alcohol. In the second, as we already know, it is advisable to show the pet to the veterinarian. If this is not possible, a solution of chamomile 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 such diseases:
Bacterial conjunctivitis.
Inflammation of the eyelids.
Diseases of the eye vessels.
Inflammation of the cornea of the eye.
Glaucoma.
What to do in this case? Alas, when it comes to bacterial infection, you simply cannot do without the help of a veterinarian. The longer you drag out with it, the higher the likelihood of developing a pathology. Fighting her is much harder than killing a disease in the bud.
Pink discharge
To begin with, if your pet is a representative of the Persian breed, then you do not need to be afraid of such secretions. Pink discharge from the eyes of cats is associated with a structural feature of the nose and eyes.
In other cases, pinkish-brown discharge may indicate trichiasis. This is the wrong eyelash growth. It provokes a violation of the structure of the eyelids. As in the previous case, it is important to consult a veterinarian in time for help. The owner in this situation is powerless.
Eyes are festering
Does the cat have brown solid discharge in the eyes? This is dried pus. What should I do if my cat has rotten eyes? First of all, it is necessary to establish the reason. Most likely, this is bacterial conjunctivitis.
In order to unequivocally find this out, it is necessary to pass tests for bacterial culture. This is done in a veterinary clinic. A cat swab is taken from the eye. No need to panic, this is a quick procedure. The pet will not even have time to feel anything.
It happens that a cat festering only one eye. In this case, a foreign body is likely to get into it, which led to the inflammatory process.
How to be treated?
We do not get tired of repeating that they first determine the cause of purulent discharge. Before the veterinarian intervenes, you can help the cat at home. To remove pus and discomfort with the help of infusion of chamomile, saline or antiseptic without alcohol.
Here you will need the help of households. One holds the pet, the second washes the eye. We take a cotton swab, twist it tightly and dip in a solution. Squeeze on the animal's eyelid.
If the eyes are glued, then the solution is applied to the surface. Soon the eyes will open and there will be an opportunity to rinse them. If eyelashes stick together, then the eye is wiped with a solution on the surface until it opens. Cleaning is carried out with a cotton swab, moving to the corners of the eyes.
What does the owner need to know before proceeding with a cat eye wash?
The solution should be warm. Too hot or cold should not be used.
When processing eyes, cotton swabs are changed as often as possible.
It is strictly necessary to ensure that the swab is wet. Eye contact with a dry swab is not allowed. The material may adhere to the surface of the eye, causing damage.
It is possible that the veterinarian will prescribe drops to the cat with purulent discharge. Please do not use them yourself, without the appointment of a specialist. This can be fraught with very serious consequences.
What drops are most often prescribed?
"Leopard". If the cat has purulent conjunctivitis, the purpose of these drops is not ruled out. They are inexpensive but effective. Suitable for all breeds.
"Iris". Assign with erosion of the cornea. Great for treating diseases such as keratitis (thorn) and blepharitis (swollen eyelids). Sometimes doctors prescribe drops for prevention.
Chloramphenicol. Kills all bacteria on the spot. Suitable for the treatment of conjunctivitis.
Drops in the eyes of a cat are instilled as follows. Position the animal's head so that its eyes look up. The pipette is kept at a distance of 2 cm from the eye and dripped. It is advisable that during the procedure someone helps to keep the pet.
Cat eye care
Do not wait for the moment when you notice the discharge from the eyes of cats. Every day, carefully inspect the pet's face, paying particular attention to the eyes. This is especially true for those animals that walk on the street. In the evening, it is advisable to wipe the eyes with a swab dipped in a solution of chamomile or saline.
Black discharge from the eyes
The causes of black discharge from the cat's eyes may be as follows:
Herpes.
Respiratory infection.
Chlamydia
Why are they dangerous? A signal that the pet is not all right with health. even if it does not appear externally, except for discharge from the eyes.
Nevertheless, measures must be taken now. Hurry with the animal to the vet, he will prescribe the necessary tests and treatment.
There is a possibility that black discharge is a consequence of eye injury, and not the presence of infection in the cat's body. A trip to the veterinarian is required in any case, since the cause must be clarified accurately.
Once again about transparent selections
We have already mentioned abundant 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 I look for?
If you notice transparent discharge from the nose and eyes, this should make you wary. A clear sign that the cat has calcivirosis.
The cat is sluggish, refuses food and tries to hide in a dark place.
The collar and mouth are constantly wet due to excessive salivation.
Small sores filled with fluid appear in the mouth. They burst, which makes the cat really hurt and she cannot eat.
The animal is constantly sneezing.
Sores appear on the nose, similar to those in the mouth.
Contact your veterinarian immediately. This is a very serious infection, and if you do not stop it on time, the probability of a pet's death is high.
Summarize
We dealt with the causes of the appearance of discharge from the eyes of cats. They can be caused by:
In most cases, only a veterinarian can assist a pet. But the owner is able to alleviate the discomfort before the cat is examined by a specialist. To do this, wipe her eyes with a solution of chamomile, saline or an antiseptic without alcohol.
Conclusion
Cats need treatment just like humans. Unlike owners, animals are helpless and completely dependent on them. Therefore, you should not pull to the last and do not pay attention to the obvious signs of certain diseases. A disease is easier to prevent than to deal with its consequences.