Is cat glaucoma serious?

Aug 10,2024
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Cat glaucoma has a serious impact. Feline glaucoma is a serious eye disease caused by an increase in the anterior chamber fluid between the cat's cornea and lens, causing an increase in intraocular pressure. If left untreated, it can lead to vision loss and even loss of the eye itself. When cats have abnormal eye symptoms such as swollen eyes and blindness, they should go to the animal hospital for treatment in time to avoid secondary infections.

Treatment methods for cat glaucoma:

1. Drug treatment. Hypertonic fluid needs to be infused intravenously to reduce intraocular pressure, and combined with intraocular pressure-lowering eye drops, it usually has a certain effect. In addition, regular follow-up visits are required to adjust medication in a timely manner.

2. Surgical treatment. Surgical methods include laser, ciliary body freezing, tear organ removal, etc. Acute emergency measures include corneal puncture and drainage, and peripheral iridotomy.

3. Daily prevention. In daily life, you must avoid injuring your cat’s eyes. Once you find any abnormalities in your cat’s eyes, you need to take your cat to the pet hospital for examination and treatment in time.

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