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My cat's eye is scratched, infected, and oozing pus. How to treat it?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered

cat got scratched on or very near to his eye. it definitely seems infected, as he keeps that eye more closed than the other and it oozes pus. how to go about treating it? how much would it cost?

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Answered By Jennifer Summerfield, DVM CPDT-KA

Veterinarian, Certified Dog Trainer

Published on April 2nd, 2019

Poor Clementine! If she's keeping the eye mostly closed and it's oozing green or yellow discharge, she definitely needs to be seen by a vet - she'll need prescription eye drops to treat the infection. Normally, this shouldn't need to be an expensive visit. Costs will vary depending on where you live and which clinic you go to, but it should just be the exam fee, possibly an eye stain to check for scratches or injuries to the cornea, and then whatever medications the vet prescribes. If cost is a concern, you can call some local clinics in your area to get prices before your visit.

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