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Why is my cat's eye swollen, nearly closed, with brown drainage?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Maine Coon | Male | unneutered | 5 years and 11 months old | 11 lbs

My cat had a swollen cheek about two days ago, it has spread to his eye lid. Tonight his eyelid is nearly closed up. Brown red drainage.

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on June 22nd, 2019

This is quite serious, and Angus has to see a vet now. Any eye problem is considered a medical emergency because leaving it untreated can lead to vision loss. Please take him into a vet immediately.

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