Cat's Conjunctivitis Healed in 3 Days: A Close Call!

Last month, my cat suddenly developed an inflammation in its eye. The right eye was almost completely sealed shut, and upon inspection, both the upper and lower conjunctivae were visibly swollen, looking quite unsettling.

Initially, I suspected that it might have been caused by a foreign object in the eye or a mild allergy. However, to be thorough, I did extensive research online and consulted a veterinarian. The diagnosis was confirmed—my cat had conjunctivitis. The vet advised that since the symptoms were mild, we could start with home care and observation, but if the situation worsened, immediate veterinary attention was necessary.

Since I didn't have a specialized cat eye ointment at home, I initially tried applying a little erythromycin ointment. However, the cat found the sensation of being smeared with ointment quite uncomfortable, constantly trying to scratch, and its appetite also decreased. After two days of application, there seemed to be no improvement.

Thankfully, the pet eye drops I ordered arrived promptly, and we adjusted the treatment accordingly. After three consecutive days of treatment, my cat's eye was almost completely healed!

Cat Conjunctivitis Treatment Steps:

1. Cleaning the Eye

Use saline solution to gently flush the cat's eyes, removing any dust, fur, secretions, or other foreign matter that may be present.

Fill a syringe without a needle with 23 drops of saline solution and gently instill it into the eye. Then, manually open and close the cat's eyelids and use a cotton swab to wipe away any secretions. (If you're unsure, you can find simple video tutorials online.)

2. Medication

I used petspecific Beranming (Neomycin Sulfate Eye Drops). For the first two days, I applied it three times a day, two drops each time. As I went back to work and the cat's eye redness subsided, I then administered the drops twice a day, one drop each time, for three days to reinforce the healing.

3. Wearing a Collar

Because of the discomfort in the eye, the cat kept trying to scratch at it. Therefore, it was essential to keep it in an Elizabethan collar during treatment to prevent it from scratching its eye.

● Important Notes: As the exact cause of the cat's eye inflammation was uncertain, and I worried it might have been due to dust or other foreign matter in the home, I thoroughly cleaned the house and washed the cat's bed, then left it out in the sun for a full day.

Treatment Outcome:

After the first application of the eye drops, little憨包 looked rather forlorn and even a bit irritable, and wearing the collar wasn't comfortable either. The eyes remained closed.

By the same evening, the cat could open its eyes halfway. I continued with the medication, and during mealtime, I would temporarily remove the collar to make it more comfortable.

By the third day of treatment, the cat's eye was almost completely healed. However, the vet recommended continuing the medication for reinforcement, so I added two more days of eye drops. The cat's appearance was back to 100%!

I feel that eye inflammation in cats is quite common, so I recommend keeping some antiinflammatory pet eye drops on hand at home to ensure timely response. If there is no improvement after medication, it is crucial to seek veterinary care promptly to avoid missing the golden period for treatment!