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How do I clean my kitten's constant eye discharge and black crust?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Persian | Male | 2 months and 1 day old | 1.1 lbs

My kitten eyes discharge all the time. Now he has dryed hair/skin around nose due to discharge which seems almost black. How can I rectify this?

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on May 2nd, 2017

You can use a soft washcloth moistened with warm water to clean the area. You may need to let it soak to soften up the hair and discharge. If Alex's eyes continue to have discharge, have him examined by a veterinarian to diagnose infection or injury.

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