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Bengal Eye Discharge

Abnormal fluid from one or both eyes. Can range from clear tearing to thick green/yellow discharge indicating infection.

Breed Note: Bengal

While Bengals don't have a specific breed predisposition related to this symptom, any cat showing these signs should be monitored carefully.

Common Causes

Conjunctivitis
Corneal ulcer
Allergies
Blocked tear duct
Foreign body
Upper respiratory infection (cats)

⚠️ Red Flags — See a Vet Immediately

  • •Squinting or holding eye closed
  • •Cloudy cornea
  • •Green/yellow thick discharge
  • •Swollen eye
  • •Known trauma to eye

When to See a Vet

If discharge is green/yellow, the eye is swollen or painful, or vision appears affected.

Home Care Tips

  1. 1Gently clean with warm saline-soaked gauze
  2. 2Do not use human eye drops
  3. 3Prevent rubbing (cone if needed)
  4. 4Note if one or both eyes affected

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Eye Discharge in Other Breeds

Domestic ShorthairMaine CoonPersianSiameseRagdollBritish ShorthairSphynxAbyssinianScottish FoldBurmese

Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional veterinary advice. If your pet is showing concerning symptoms, please contact your veterinarian. AIVET is a decision-support tool in active development and is not validated clinical software.