Cat's Eyes Discharging Pus & Mucus: How to Help?

Part 1: Causes of Cats' Eye Discharge

Cats often suffer from eye discharge, which is usually a symptom of an eye condition, such as conjunctivitis. There are generally two scenarios that lead to conjunctivitis in cats: one is bacterial conjunctivitis, which can be triggered by injuries, infections, or foreign objects in the eye; the other is viral conjunctivitis, which may be caused by cat colds, herpesvirus (feline rhinotracheitis), or calicivirus infection. The former type of infection is usually not severe, but the latter, involving viruses, requires comprehensive treatment along with other complications caused by the virus, which can result in a longer recovery period.

Once cat owners are aware of the general situation of their cat's eye discharge, it's time to learn how to help their feline friends recover their vision.

1. Cleaning and Treatment

To clean your cat's eyes, you'll need to gently hold them. Wrap your cat in a blanket and secure its head, tilting it slightly upwards. Gently introduce a saline solution into the eyes and around them, using a cotton ball to softly wipe away any pus or dried debris. During this process, you can gently massage the indentation on your cat's nose to help it relax and cooperate. Finally, apply the appropriate eye drops and ointments, gently massaging the eyelids to aid absorption.

2. Sanitation

Maintaining a clean living environment is crucial, as dust and bacteria can infect your cat's eyes. Keep your home clean and the litter box hygienic, choosing a dustfree litter to prevent your cat from inhaling dust while covering its waste. If the eye discharge is due to a viral infection, disinfect your cat's living area to avoid reinfection. You can use Puren's disinfectant, which can eliminate viruses like parvovirus, canine distemper, coronavirus, rotavirus, fungi, bacteria, and parasites, to improve your home environment and prevent the spread of pathogens.

Part 3: Medications for Cat Eye Care and Cleaning

1. Bacterial Infection:

Simple bacterial infections are generally easy to treat. Use petspecific eyewash to clean away any discharge and debris around the eyes, followed by antibacterial eye drops.

2. Viral Infection:

For eye discharge caused by viruses, cat owners should opt for antiviral eye drops, such as Puren Longdaqing eye drops, which can effectively alleviate symptoms. Combine this with antiviral medications, such as Puren's cat rhinotracheitis tablets and Puren's Antitriazole, to boost your cat's immunity. Only when the cat's immunity is enhanced can the recovery of viral eye infections be expedited.

That's all for now from Dr. Oxygen Pet. Cat owners, please take your pets' eye health seriously and protect your beloved companions.