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My Yorkie's eye is swollen, shut, and has discharge. What to do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

My 6 year old yorkies left eye is swollen & has a lot of crud underneath it & yesterday morning I woke up and her eye was shut so I quickly washed her and she was okay. But I don't know what to do about it being swollen and treating it??

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Answered By Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on May 18th, 2017

Considering the description of the signs and the pictures, there is a severe inflammation of the eyelids probably with secondary infection. Allergic reaction or trauma are possible as well. I would recommend an immediate check up as eye integrity and functionality must be assessed. Antibiotics may be needed. Please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.

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