My 8-month-old cat has new brown spots in her eye. Is it melanoma?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Female | spayed | 8 months and 5 days old | 7 lbs
My 8 month old cat cali was born with a brown mole/freckle in her iris . She is calico . I’ve noticed that now she has developed more spots around her pupil as well but small spots . She is perfectly healthy and is in absolutely no pain. I worry it is iris melanoma . I will attach photos below
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Published on December 2nd, 2019
It could be iris melanoma but there is no way to know just by looking at a photo. You should have a veterinary ophthalmologist check the eye if you are really worried. At Cali's age I highly doubt it is melanoma but it is possible.
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Published on March 2nd, 2020
Brown discharge often indicates infection or a corneal scratch. From the photo, the right eye appears blue which can indicate significant injury or corneal dystrophy (I;m not sure rather if this is an old issue or is recent). I recommend to play it safe and have J examined by the veterinarian. He should also wear an elizabethan collar to prevent rubbing the eye which could cause further injury. I hope this helps.
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Published on October 24th, 2017
Hi there and thanks for posting! Color changes to the iris (the colored part of the eye) can happen as cats age. I would not worry about the color change to brown unless the color starts looking red or swollen or irritated. If the eyes looks normal otherwise, then I wouldn't worry too much. I would still have your vet take a look at the eye during her vet visit just to be sure. I hope this helps and thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach!
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Published on November 1st, 2017
Common causes of the symptoms you have describe include blocked tear duct, allergies, bacterial or viral infection, among a few others. Any vet can easily take a look and decide on an appropriate treatment. I would recommend calling the specific wellness center you are interested in to see if this is a service they can provide. The experts at Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach do not have direct access to various clinics, even if they are associated with PetCo.
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