My Cat's Eye And Third Eyelid Are Red And Swollen, And His Eye Is Draining Pus. Can You Help?

Unfortunately, it is very difficult to determine exactly what is wrong with your cat if it has a swollen eye, and this symptom could mean any number of potential problems. These could range from a simple allergy to something more serious.

I would advise you to visit your vet as soon as possible so that they can give your pet a more detailed and thorough examination. They should then be able to identify and treat the problem.

My cat's eye and third eyelid is red and swollen - what could it be?

• Upper respiratory infection: This could potentially be a serious condition for your cat, and can cause a pus discharge in your pet's eye.
• Conjunctivitis: Also known as pink-eye, the vet should be able to treat this condition fairly easily.
• Corneal disorders: Basically this means a problem with the cornea in your cat's eye. This could cause a number of problems such as swelling in the eye and discharge.
• Uveitis: This condition is the inflammation of the internal parts of the eye, which will cause your pet some discomfort.
• Dry eye: This is a lack of tear production in the cat's eye. This makes the eyes red and swollen.

These are just a few of the more common problems that could cause your cat's eye to become red and swollen. The best advice I can give you is to visit your local veterinary practice, so that they can sort the problem out swiftly.