The cat's conjunctiva is red and swollen, and there are many secretions in the eyes. Very afraid of light and looks very uncomfortable. Parents are very anxious. The editor has compiled information on cat keratitis, which parents can use as a re...
The cat's conjunctiva is red and swollen, and there are many secretions in the eyes. Very afraid of light and looks very uncomfortable. Parents are very anxious. The editor has compiled information on cat keratitis, which parents can use as a reference. If you have no experience, do not blindly take medicine for your cat. You should take the cat to the pet hospital in time to prevent delays in the disease. What to do if a cat has keratitis? Read this article is enough!
How to treat cat keratitis
Causes of cat keratitis: infection with bacteria, viruses and other pathogens. and trauma, such as mechanical damage and chemical damage. It may also be a systemic nutritional deficiency, such as vitamin A deficiency.
Treatment of cat keratitis: Clearing possible lesions on the lacrimal tract, eyelids, and conjunctiva. Drop antibiotic potion or apply antibiotic eye ointment. Antiviral drugs are used for virus-infected patients, and one drug is used alone or multiple drugs together. In addition to drops, the drug can also be used subconjunctival, oral, intramuscular or intravenously. Other drugs: The above hormones are prohibited for viral corneal ulcers, and the ulcers are burned with 10% to 30% trichloroacetic acid, 5% to 7% iodine tincture, 20% zinc sulfate or pure carbolic acid. Once every 2 to 3 days, 4 to 5 times is a course of treatment. For corneal ulcers that cannot be cured for a long time, collagenase inhibitors can also be dropped, such as 3% cysteine, 0.5% to 2.5% calcium sodium edeate, and 0.5% zinc sulfate. They can also be injected with their own serum eye drops or subconjunctival.
In addition, parents can wear Elizabeth rings for cats to prevent cats from scratching their eyes and causing harm.
