Cat / Japanese Bobtail - Answered 1330 days ago
A week ago my cat started having red and brown discharge from her eyes. She's a white cat so it's making tear stains on her face. I wash it off once a day with water and wipe it with clean fingers about three times a day, but I'm wondering how often I should be doing this. The discharge isn't sticky but not completely dry either. What should I do?
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Katrina
Iceland
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Yuki
Japanese Bobtail, 11 months old spayed female
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Hey Katrina, hope you are doing well. Well see, being in this profession for quite sometime, whenever I hear about brown coloured discharge from eye, the medical condition that first come to my mind is epiphora. What is epiphora? Epiphora means an overflow of tears from the eyes. It is a symptom rather than a specific disease and is associated with a variety of conditions. Normally, a thin film of tears is produced to lubricate the eyes and the excess fluid drains into the nasolacrimal ducts, or tear ducts, which are located in the corner of the eye next to the nose. The nasolacrimal ducts drain tears into the back of the nose and the throat. Epiphora is most commonly associated with insufficient drainage of the tear film from the eye. The most common cause of insufficient tear drainage is a blockage of the nasolacrimal ducts or poor eyelid function due to a deformity. Epiphora may also result from the excessive production of tears. What are the signs of epiphora? The most common clinical signs associated with epiphora are dampness or wetness beneath the eyes, reddish-brown staining of the fur beneath the eyes, odor, skin irritation, and skin infection. Many owners report that their cat's face is constantly damp, and they may even see tears rolling off their pet's face. Well it is a surgical condition for which you have to visit near by vet clinic anyway, but for the time being you can try some eye drops containing antibiotics like gentamycine. What is the prognosis for epiphora? Unless an underlying cause can be found and treated, most patients with epiphora will experience intermittent episodes throughout their life. If your cat's facial anatomy prevents adequate drainage of the tear film, it is likely that some degree of epiphora will persist despite all treatment efforts. In many cases, no significant problems may arise, and the tear staining may be cosmetic. Your veterinarian will discuss the particulars of your cat's condition and will determine the specific treatment options and prognosis for your cat.
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Hey dear I will advise you to use eye drops like Composition of ciprofloxacin and dexamethasone . It will help. Also wash eyes with normal saline twice a days . It will definitely help. Thanks Regards Dr.pranaw sinha
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