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Why does my cat have a recurring red spot in the corner of her eye?
Updated on September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 11 years and 3 months old
My cat has a recurring red spot in the corner of her left eye. It almost looks like a scratch and to my knowledge has never had any sort of discharge. She doesn’t seem particularly phased by it and it isn’t affecting the eye itself, just the area between it and the nose. Should I be concerned? Is it possible she’s just scratching it herself? Should I take her into the vet?
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Answered By Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS
Veterinarian
Published on November 24th, 2020
That is likely to be due to a moderate conjunctivitis, probably secondary to a infection. A check up would be needed as appropriate treatment would include antibiotics and anti-inflammatory eye drops. Corneal injuries must be ruled out as well.
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Answered By Rodrigo Roca, DVM
Veterinarian
Published on January 19th, 2020
Hello, those changes could be a variance of normal, however other potential causes could be growth or even pus within the eye. Give that your cats eye is not red, he is not squinting, and his cornea is clear I don’t believe there to be anything wrong with his eye. If you believe this change to be new, then you should consult with your veterinarian so that they may perform a ocular exam. Hope this helps and best of luck.
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Answered By Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS
Veterinarian
Published on July 24th, 2019
Hi, and thanks for your question.
That is likely to be due to a mild to moderate conjunctivitis, probably secondary to a trauma or infection. A check up would be needed as appropriate treatment would include antibiotics and anti-inflammatory eye drops. Corneal injuries must be ruled out as well.
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