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Why is my cat's eye weepy and half-closed? Could it be conjunctivitis?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female

Hi. I have a female 10 month old cat I adopted from Spain she arrived three weeks ago. She seemed fine but the last two days I have noticed her eye is abit weepy and it's half closed. Could this be conjutivitis?

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on March 2nd, 2017

Congrats on your new cat, but I'm sorry Lilli seems unwell. Yes, it is possible that she does have conjunctivitis. The eye is such a delicate and important structure that any problem with it should be considered an emergency. That's because leaving it untreated can lead to vision loss. I would have her seen by a vet today to have her eye examined and diagnosed so it can be treated.

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Answered By Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS
Veterinarian
Published on August 26th, 2019
Hi, and thanks for your question. Although a picture would help to determine the underlying cause more specifically, that is likely to be due to a mild to moderate conjunctivitis, probably secondary to an allergy 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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