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My cat's eye gunk won't clear up after cleaning. What should I do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Mediumhair | Female | 1 month and 18 days old | 66 lbs

My cat has eye gunk in her right eye and i remove them with a cloth that has a bit of salt and water and I give her a few drops of eye cleanser but it still won’t go

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on May 9th, 2019

It sounds like Ayzoua has an eye infection. That needs to be treated with prescription medications from the vet. Any eye problem is considered an emergency because leaving it untreated can lead to vision loss. Please take her into a vet in the morning. Best of luck.

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