Viral conjunctivitis is most common in kittens.
Throughout the course of your cat’s life, this virus may recur, particularly in situations where she is under a lot of stress, taking corticosteroids, or has feline immunodeficiency virus.
The herpesvirus FHV-1 can also induce respiratory discomfort in addition to conjunctivitis. In kittens, both symptoms can be very severe. Conjunctivitis discharge can be so profuse that it causes people to cover their eyes, and breathing difficulties can cause a serious loss of appetite and dehydration.
As a result, compared to an adult cat, a kitten with conjunctivitis may need more severe therapy and close observation. Immediately get advice from your veterinarian if your kitten exhibits conjunctivitis symptoms. An initial at-home treatment may be suitable if your cat is an adult.
Cats frequently develop conjunctivitis for non-infectious reasons. The herpesvirus FHV-1 infection is the most prevalent source. Cats raised indoors and outdoors are at a higher danger than other kittens.
The second most typical cause of conjunctivitis may be a bacterial infection called Chlamydophila. Conjunctivitis can also be brought on by allergens and irritants, eye injury, and diseases of the cornea, tear ducts, or eyelid.
There may occasionally be several causes for your cat conjunctivitis.
It’s critical to treat your cat conjunctivitis as soon as possible if the cause is herpesvirus FHV-1 because it can spread to other cats in your home (but not to people).
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