Guinea pig has crusty, milky eyes and squints. Is it an infection?

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Is my guinea pig ok? Last week I got 2 babies (around 7 wks old) and one of them has a small crust around the eyes and today when I picked her up to inspect the eyes she had milky liquid coming out. Seems like she is squinting the eye most of the time today and I am a little worried it might be a bacterial infection. Other than that she has no other symptoms (nose is dry, eating normal hay pellets and fresh veggies). Thank you for your help! I don't want to stress her with an unnecessary trip. Pet's info: Other | Unknown - Other | Female | unspayed

Angel Alvarado, LVT · Accepted Answer

Mochi's eye does look like there is infection. Have her examined by your veterinarian for confirmation. She will likely need antibiotics if infection is diagnosed. Use a warm washcloth to gently clean the eye, change bedding frequently to minimize irritating dust. If you are using pine or cedar shavings, immediately clean the cage and use aspen shavings or recycled paper bedding. The cedar can be irritating and may cause liver disease.

Guinea pig has crusty, milky eyes and squints. Is it an infection?

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