If not treated appropriately, foreign bodies can cause the eye to swell and become red. These can be very uncomfortable, making the cat blink excessively or even keep the eye shut. Foreign body in the eyeĭirt, dust and any kind of particles can enter the feline’s eye and cause irritation and inflammation. Try to choose hypoallergenic cat foods and keep her environment clean to prevent allergic inflammations. Sometimes the allergen may be in the food you are feeding her. can all produce inflammatory reactions in allergic kittens and cats.Ī swollen eye, eyelids, mouth and other body parts can also be an indicator that there’s an allergen you need to eliminate. Irritants such as mold, mildew, pollen etc. AllergyĬats that are allergic are highly prone to reactions and inflammation provided there’s an irritant. Ĭats with scratched eyes should be taken to the veterinarian as soon as possible to prevent the development of a more serious complication such as feline corneal ulcers.
#Eye pupil swollen how to
I recommend you read my detailed article on how to help a squinting cat here. Squinting in itself is usually an alarming symptom and I always recommend that you see a vet as soon as possible, whether or not it is accompanied by swelling. The laceration inside the eye will produce signs such as:
One of the most common causes of eye injuries is scratches during fights.
Sometimes, they can get injured while exploring the environment. A scratched eye (injury)Ĭats are very curious animals. I have discussed it one of them in a little bit of detail below. There are various possibilities that can lead to swellings on the head and eye area the cat. If you notice the cat’s eye is swollen shut, take her to the vet as soon as possible because impaired vision can lead to sustaining further injuries. Cats with a short flat face or prominent facial folds are more prone to develop this condition, especially if the cat also has lagophthalmos (bulging eyes). When the problem persists, the affected eye can easily become swollen shut, leaving her with impaired vision.Īccording to the VCA Hospitals, Entropion refers to when the edges of the eyelid turn inwards and rub against the cornea. Some congenital conditions such as entropion can predispose your cats to blepharitis and general inflammation. You will see symptoms such as discharge and general discomfort in the feline’s eyes. In most cases, these conditions may not produce a swollen head. It is, however, common to notice inflammation if your pet is prone to bacterial and viral infections such as conjunctivitis. It is usually a sure sign that something is definitely wrong and needs your immediate attention. It is not normal when a cat’s eyes become inflamed.
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