does anyone know what an eye infection looks like in a rabbit?
2007-02-20 14:23:24 · 4 answers · asked by ajme26 2 in Pets ➔ Other - Pets
IN A CAT YOU HAVE A DISCHARGE, USUALLY GREEN-GREENISH YELLOW AND RUNNY...THE EYE MAY OR MAY NOT SHOW SIGNS OF TRAUMA, SUCH AS A SCRATCH, DENT OR CLOUDINESS...I THINK IT MIGHT BE SIMILAR FOR A RABBIT. FOR A CAT, I TREAT IT WITH TRIBLE ANTI-BIOTIC OINTMENT DIRECTLY ON THE EYE...AS SOON AS YOU CAN, HAVE A VET LOOK AT IT SO HE ADD TO THE OINTMENT AN ORAL ANTIBIOTIC.I APOLOGIZE FOR THE CAPS...I JUST LOOKED UP AND SAW THEY WERE ON.
some links for you..this first one is graphic...if you have a weak stomache...don't look at it.
http://lbah.com/rabbits/pasteurella.htm
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2007-02-20 14:49:35 · answer #1 · answered by Tammy M 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Use Vigamox Eye Drops to treat eyes infections
2015-10-14 01:39:29 · answer #2 · answered by John 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Eye infections are relatively common extensions of sinus infections in rabbits and should be treated aggressively with systemic (body-wide) and topical antibiotics. This is important because the eyes are connected to the brain by important nerves. If an eye infection goes unchecked, encephalitis (infection of the brain) is a common and dangerous consequence. Common signs of eye infections include accumulation of debris at the corner of the eyes, and soiling of the hair below the lower eyelip. Obstruction of the nasolacrimal duct, which normally drains tears from the eye into the nasal cavity, causes tears to spill onto the hair below the lower eyelip. Long-term use of topical antibacterial ophthalmic ointment may correct nasolacrimal duct obstruction: flushing is required in some cases.
2007-02-20 14:29:35 · answer #3 · answered by blondemom133 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I believe it depends on the type of the infection. I've seen what we call "Weepy Eye" a lot in my rabbits. That basicly looks like the rabbit has been crying...thus the name. Other infections can make the eye pus up, swell, get red and irritated. Treatments vary...you should call a vet to find out what you need.
2007-02-20 14:29:33 · answer #4 · answered by missknightride 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋