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My cat's eye suddenly stopped reflecting light. Should I worry?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Persian | Male | neutered | 12 years and 6 months old

My 12 yr.old neutered cat's eyes do not reflect light equally. One eye does not reflect light at all. His eyes seem normal in every other way however. This condition occurred suddenly rather than over a period of time. How concerned should I be?

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Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on July 22nd, 2018

This could be due to an eye condition that is just staring, it could be any eye condition, it could also be due to some dirt on the eye that cannot be seen with the naked eye. i would recommend monitoring it and take him to the vet if you have any doubts.

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