Why is my cat's eye not opening fully, with no injury or discharge?

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Hi my cat won't open her right eye all the way. There isn't any discharge and no apparent injury. Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 5 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

Poor Munchkin! It's quite serious that she cannot open her eye all the way. Without seeing her in person, I can't rule out an injury to it or an eye infection, but I can say she needs to see a vet immediately. The eye is such a delicate and important structure that any problem with it should be considered an emergency. That's because leaving it untreated can lead to vision loss. I would take Munchin into an ER vet or find a vet on call to see her now to have her eye examined and diagnosed so it can be treated.

Why is my cat's eye not opening fully, with no injury or discharge?

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