Why is my kitten's eye squinting and watery? When should I see a vet?

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My cat Luna is a kitten maybe a month old. She was a early Christmas gift. Recently her left eye she has been squinting and it's watery. What's wrong. Pet's info: Cat | Maine Coon | Female | unspayed | 1 month and 15 days old

Dr. Strydom, DVM · Accepted Answer

Young kittens very commonly have bacterial and viral ocular issues. They can also be squinting from an injury to the cornea. I suggest you get her to your vet ASAP so they can diagnose the issue and provide the proper treatment. Eyes are very delicate organs and can go from bad to worse very quickly. You should not wait a long time to seek treatment. The only thing you can do at home while waiting to get her to a vet is to rinse the eye with saline solution. That is the only safe thing you can put in there for now without knowing what the underlying problem is. Hope this helps. Best wishes.

Why is my kitten's eye squinting and watery? When should I see a vet?

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