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What causes eye discharge and diarrhea in an emaciated stray kitten?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

I found a stray kitten, presenting with yellow (pus-y) looking discharge coming from the eyes. Distended anus, unable to control bowels, diarrhea that's very smelly. Kitten is still eating wet foods and is drinking water. I have rinsed the kitten off a few time after spoiling him/herself. Kitten is emaciated. I was planning on taking the kitten in to the vet tomorrow morning. Hoping for some answers.

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Answered By Jenny, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on October 20th, 2017

The anal issues are probably from the diarrhea which can be diet related, parasites or an infection. It is not uncommon for kittens to get respiratory infections and have ocular discharge and often sneezing to go with it. It will take some time and medicine to help out. Your vet can deworm and check for parasites the. Provide antibiotics to helo

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