Causes and symptoms of cataracts in cats

Jan 13,2024
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When talking about cataracts in cats, the first thing that comes to mind is elderly cats. Because cataracts usually occur in older cats. If your cat is older and has diabetes, he or she is more likely to have cataracts. ​​​​​​

 1. Cause: The crystalline lens becomes white and opaque due to congenital or acquired reasons.

2. Symptoms: The cat’s eyes become white and opaque.

3. Medical treatment: The common treatment for cataracts is surgery to remove the opaque part and restore the cat’s vision. Only experienced doctors can perform this kind of surgery. If the surgery is not possible or fails, the cat's vision will gradually lose.

PS: The appearance of white mist in the eyes does not mean cataracts. The spots on the lens surface of older cats are not necessarily cataracts. They may only be caused by changes in the refractive index of the lens in old age, and Does not affect vision.

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