Eyes

Fran · 09-05-2007, 08:12 PM

Good advice given already, do let us know how she get's on...

Kim · 09-05-2007, 10:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by smudgley

Mild conjunctivitis can sometimes be resolved by bathing the eye & not needing a trip to the vet for treatment. (I would normally do that for 3 or 4 days prior to seeing the vet if nec.)
however if she is also vomiting, she is obviously a bit down, so a vet check would be my answer.

Great reply Smudgley. Although I would always get my cats to the vet if I was seriously worried, I often see how things are after a day or two (otherwise I would always be at the vet with my lot!!) Things often clear up on their own and perhaps a little help from moi! I find the on line pharmacies are good for treating pets with minor ailments.

Kay · 10-05-2007, 04:50 PM

The trouble with bathing an eye for a couple of days is that it may be an ulcer or a sequestra which definitely needs antibiotic drops and if left will need operating on. Ulcers cannot always be detected by the human eye and a dye needs to be admistered to the eye. If the dye adheres to an area of the eye then it is an ulcer/sequestra. Having had experience of both ulcers and sequestra's I would always take a cat to the vet with eye problems.

Molly's Mum · 12-05-2007, 02:36 PM

Update: Molly was fine in the evening and I was keeping a close eye on her on Thursday and yesterday. If it gets worse again she will be going to the vets. Thanks Everyone

dandysmom · 12-05-2007, 04:18 PM

Glad to hear she's feeling better!

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