Over-production of tears in cats or Epiphora disease in cats
The eyes of my cat tear a lot, what is the solution and is this a disease?
What is the disease of excessive tears about cats: It is a disease in which the tears come out in a large and abnormal nature of the eye in some cat breeds more than others. The eye shape is one of the causes of excessive tears in many breeds.
Hyperglycemia may also be deformally deformed, such as excessive eyelashes growth, eyelid flexion, or internal growth of eyelashes.
Upper or lower eyelashes may be affected, in which case eye irritation can occur, and the eyes of the cats will become more frequent.
It is worth mentioning that some cat breeds characterized by the absence of eyelids and therefore may appear symptoms of hyperthyroidism.
Symptoms also include some congenital malformations such as a very large opening in the eyelids, which increases the exposure of the eyeball to the air in some breeds, such as: Brachycephalic strains.
We also often see the condition of the convergence of the urethra at birth in some breeds, and may occur due to the case of scarring of the eyelid caused by trauma and facial nerve paralysis.
Eyelid tumors are characterized by a small piece of skin on the eyelid, which are rare tumors in cats. But when it occurs, the most common type is squamous cell carcinoma (SCC). The most common cat breeds are white cats.
Of course, hitting your cat's eye or entering a foreign body inside it will cause increased tears, as may be due to some viral fibrillation, but these symptoms will be associated with other symptoms such as flu symptoms.
However, some cases may lead to hypothyroidism, such as rhinitis or sinusitis (which causes swelling near the tear drainage system).
Trauma, fractures of the bones in the face, or the presence of foreign objects in the eyes (eg grass, seeds, sand, parasites).
The doctor will also take some other cases into consideration, including: Third eyelid tumors, conjunctivitis, eyelid tumors, nasal cavity tumors, upper jaw bone tumors, or sinus tumors around the eyes.
Also, any condition (which causes obstruction of the nasal nasal canal, either through inflammation resulting from any acquired condition, or due to congenital defects) can cause excessive tear production.
As well as may result in blockage in the system of blood discharge; because of the lack of normal openings in the eyelid in the tear drainage system.
If there are additional openings in the tear drainage system, this may cause abnormal conditions, such as: the presence of openings all over the face under the eye in the vicinity of the nose. The obstruction may also result from a lack of nasal passages related to the tear-drainage system.
Inflammation of the eyelids and conjunctivitis may result from pathogens or other immune causes.
Corneal disorders are characterized by scratches, ulcers, inflammation or no inflammation.
This may be accompanied by inflammation in the front of the eye (including inflammation of the iris) "glaucoma", a condition that increases the internal pressure of the eye.
Eyelid tumors are usually seen in older cats, especially those that spend a lot of time outdoors.
How To Treat Overdose In Cats
The first step in treatment is to eliminate the cause of eye irritation, ie remove any foreign body from the moist tissues of the eye or cornea or white eye.
Where priority will be given to the treatment of primary eye diseases, such as conjunctivitis, corneal ulcers with inflammation or non-presence, iris and other areas of the front of the eye.
Proper handling of the primary lesion, which prevents the tears from flowing, can lead to a normal flow of tears during the tears. Cats with inflammation of the sacral sacrum may need catheterization, where they are placed in the lacrimal duct to keep them open and to prevent any scars.
If the cause is the condition of the eyelid is abnormal, it may be necessary to perform surgery. This is usually a direct procedure, where eyelids are placed in normal position. Recovery is usually quick and the condition is treated satisfactorily.
Eyelid tumors should also be treated to prevent their spread to other areas of the head, such as the third eyelid or lymph nodes. In the worst case, the tumor can extend over the entire optic nerve, invading the brain. Improvements are usually successful when surgery is performed early.
The veterinarian will prescribe the appropriate medication based on the diagnosis and will develop a suitable plan for the treatment of the cat. This may include: Antibiotics in the form of topical ointments and pain relievers, which contribute to healing.
Elizabeth's collar should be used during the healing period to prevent the cat from increasing irritation.
