Why does my cat get watery eyes after playing outside? Should I worry?

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My cat has some watery discharge coming out of his eyes. Sometimes it's both eyes, sometimes only one. It usually happens when we let him in the house after playing outside. Whenever I see it, I apply a drop of tobramycin (idk if I should, but those are the only eye drops I have). He's acting normal, his appetite is okay, sometimes he has diarrhea when we change his food. Should I be worried? Thanks in advance. Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male

Ricardo Fernandez, DVM · Accepted Answer

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! This could be due to an eye injury or conditions such as a corneal laceration, corneal ulcer, conjunctivitis, allergies, dry eye (also known as KCS), among many other conditions. Given that this seems more associated with when he has been outside, allergies seems likely. Another possibility is an upper respiratory infection. I highly recommend that you have Dexter evaluated by your veterinarian for further assessment and treatment. Further therapy would be based on the findings. Good luck and best wishes!

Why does my cat get watery eyes after playing outside? Should I worry?

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