My cat has URI and her other eye is suddenly gooey and swollen. Is it an emergency?

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My cat has had an upper respiratory infection for almost 2 weeks. She has been to the vet 5 time. She is being nebulized 2x a day. She also has an eye infection which is being treated with ointment. Now, he other eye is suddenly gooey and swollen. Is this an emergency? What could be the cause? Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 4 lbs

Dr. Macartney, BVet Med, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

I am so sorry to hear that Dove has had such a horrible couple of weeks. Unfortunately it looks like her second eye is now infected as well. This is very common in situations like this where a cat is suffering from an upper respiratory infection as well as an eye infection, as the cat wipes her eyes with her paws to groom and spread the infection. in addition all of the areas of her nasal region are inflamed and this more likely to become infected. Due to how quickly eye concerns can progress, as well as the possibility that Dove may have scratched the surface of her eye causing an ulcer I would advise a trip back to the veterinarian as soon as you can. Most likely the veterinarian will use a tear stain to examine her eye for a corneal ulceration. If one is not present the vet will most likely ask you to use the same ointment in both eyes. It would also be a great idea to place an e-collar to stop her scratching at her eyes any further. I understand how truly upsetting this all is, but you are doing so well looking after Dove and making sure she gets the medical treatment she needs. Please post any further questions you may have. We are here to help support you both.

My cat has URI and her other eye is suddenly gooey and swollen. Is it an emergency?

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