A lot of mucus begins to stick to the cornea and eyelids. This requires lifelong drops to keep the eyes moist and to make them produce tears. Glaucoma, cataracts and retinal disease are also commonly seen. Glaucoma can now easily be diagnosed by your vet right in the office with an instrument called a Tonapen. Ask your vet which breeds of dogs and cats are at risk for glaucoma.
Early detection is the only way to prevent blindness.
Many viruses that affect cats can cause eye disease. Any time you see an eye problem it should be checked. Blindness is permanent but many times doesn t have to be if caught in time. This brings me to one of the questions I received. My Siamese cat had kittens on April 6, 1999.