Eye conditions are common in cats and can cause significant pain and vision loss if not promptly treated. Regular monitoring and veterinary care protects feline ocular health.
Ocular disease in cats causes significant pain that is often underestimated because cats hide discomfort. Signs of eye pain include squinting, eye-rubbing, tearing, cloudiness, and behavioral changes. Corneal ulcers and acute glaucoma are particularly painful emergencies requiring same-day veterinary care. Chronic herpesvirus infections cause recurrent flares that respond to antiviral treatment and stress reduction. Regular eye examinations during routine vet visits allow early detection of glaucoma and other conditions before vision loss occurs.