Why is my squirrel's eye discharging white fluid after home remedies?

Unfortunately these are signs that are likely to be due to a moderate conjunctivitis, probably secondary to an 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. No effective home remedies seem possible at this stage. Hope this answer was helpful, but please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.

I agree that Sprinkles' right eye appears to have a good bit of discharge and squinting. While it's possible that this issue could be caused by an infection, I would expect both eyes to be affected. When only one eye squints, I worry more about corneal ulcers or abrasions. The only way to know for sure is to take Sprinkles to a vet for a physical exam, including eye evaluation. Since Sprinkles is feral, this process is likely to be more challenging, so you may want to ask your vet if they can prescribe a mild oral sedative like gabapentin to be given before the appointment. Depending on what is found, Sprinkles will likely need to receive eye medication at least twice per day, so he may need to be kept inside or in a safe, confined area until this issue has resolved. Eye issues can change and progress rapidly, so it's best to have him evaluated as soon as possible. Until then, keep him confined and try to put an e-collar (cone) on him if at all possible to prevent any rubbing or scratching of this eye. I hope that he's on the mend soon!

I'm glad Kuri was successfully treated! It could be this white discharge is an eye infection, unrelated to the abscess. The best way to stop it is to have him seen by a vet as soon as possible. Any eye condition should be considered an emergency, as leaving it untreated can lead to vision loss. The vet can prescribe an antibiotic eye ointment if he does have an eye infection. It is possible that he could have a respiratory infection that caused the runny nose and eye discharge, but given that the eye discharge hasn't gone away, Kuri does need to be seen and treated for it.

Poor guy. I would recommend certainly returning to the vet for a recheck. They eye needs to be looked at closely to ensure there aren't any abnormally placed eyelashes (i.e dystichia) or any abnormalities to the 3rd eyelid. Another course of antibiotics can be tried, but I would also recommend consider testing Ginger for infectious disease (i.e. herpesvirus) and starting anti-viral supplements. If there is still no resolve, then I would consider referring Ginger to an ophthalmologist for further care. I hope that things can be sorted out soon with your pet Ginger. Best wishes and take care!

Do not apply any medication in her eye without having her examined by a veterinarian first to diagnose infection or injury. It is possible to do more damage than good if you apply the wrong medication. Once she has been seen by the vet, the proper medication can be dispensed or prescribed.

Although the picture is out of focus and I would recommend to post another pic to have a more specific answer, the eye discharge could be related to an upper respiratory tract jnfection/inflammation. A clinical examination at your local veterinarian is essential to confirm this clinical suspicion and treat appropriately. A different or systemic antibiotics may be needed. Please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.

Ouch! Poor Archie. If Archie is squinting, rubbing, or having redness in the affected eye, he should be seen by a vet today. These signs can indicate a corneal ulcer or abrasion as a result of the trauma. However, if he does not seem bothered by the eye and the discharge is improving, you can continue monitoring it for changes through the weekend. In the meantime, out an Elizabethan collar or cone on Archie to prevent any further damage. Avoid putting anything in the eye, but you can use warm water to clean the discharge from under his eye.