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i just got a kitten yesterday from a friend of mine, not sure how hold he is. he was abandoned by the mother. i've noticed his eyes keep getting this brownish/red crust & it's sometimes kinda gooey. is this serious?

Submitted: 199 days and 11 hours ago.

Category: Cat

Value: $9

Status: AWAITING CUSTOMER ACTION

Posted by Terri Riba 199 days and 11 hours ago.

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Hi there,

May God bless you for taking him in.

Is he sneezing?

Is he eating?

Thanks,

Terri

199 days and 11 hours ago.

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he is eating normally. & i haven't heard any sneezing or coughing. he doesn't seem to be in pain by the eyes either...when i notice them getting crusty and gooey again i wipe them with warm water.

Answer

Dear friend,

As long as he is eating I would not be too concerned.
For the eyes get Terramycin ointment. some pet supplies have it but call first or order from http://www.revivalanimal.com/
Apply a damp teabag today for 30 seconds 3 times.
If he develops any colored mucus that means the infection has turned bacterial and will respond to an antibiotic.Some vets script one even if it is viral to prevent secondary infections like pneumonia.
Please let me know how he is feeling. If you get worried I will always be here to help further.
I hope he feels better very soon.
Very sincerely,
Terri

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Expert:	Terri Riba
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Answered:	5/7/2009

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