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My senior cat's eye looks red or discolored, is it serious now?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 5 lbs

My senior porch cat has something weird going on with her eyes. Is it blood?

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Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on May 30th, 2019

No, this does not appear to be blood. It looks like iris melanosis which is a benign condition however, it could also be melanoma (cancer). I suggest you have your vet exam her to be on the safe side.

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