My cat's eye is swollen again after URI treatment. Is this normal?

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Recovering from a bad URI. Giving him 0.8 ml azithromycin once a day orally and one drop of tobramycin in each eye 2x/day/began 9/30/19. Breathing improved, little to no ocular/nasal discharge. Swelling went down in both eyes to nearly normal. Last night left lower lid began to look irritated. Today looks swollen and painful. Is this normal of the healing process or should I be concerned with this new lower lid swelling. Photo of eye attached. Thanks for your help. Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Male | neutered | 4 lbs

Dr. Elizabeth · Accepted Answer

Poor Stripes! No, this is not normal and I recommend to have him examined by the veterinarian again. He also needs to wear an elizabethan collar at all times because any rubbing of the eye can make it worse. The vet may switch the eye medication or may have him wear an elizabethan collar and watch it for a few days (in case this is related to rubbing). I hope this helps and please feel free to post any additional questions.

My cat's eye is swollen again after URI treatment. Is this normal?

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