Third Eyelids Are Visible: When a cat is waking or sleepy the third eyelids (or nictitating membranes) may be visible. But when alert and awake they are normally retracted and not evident. Persistent protrusion of the third eyelid can be caused by problems of the eye(s) or nervous system.
What do you do when your cat's third eyelid is showing?
If you see your cat's third eyelid, contact your vet right away. Another common problem is watery eyes or excess discharge that's clear. The root problem can range from environmental or seasonal allergies to a viral infection.
Should I be worried if my cat's third eyelid is showing?
What Should You Do If You See Your Cat's Third Eyelid? If you see any part of one or more of your cat's third eyelids, you should bring her into the veterinarian for an exam. When one third eyelid is showing and the other is not, that eye might be experiencing an issue.
What does it mean when cats inner eyelid is showing?
Cherry Eye The third eyelid contains a gland that can become swollen and look like a round protrusion from the inner corner of the eye. This is called prolapse of the nictitating membrane, or cherry eye. It is relatively uncommon in most cats but common in Burmese cats. Surgery is the treatment for cherry eye.
How long does it take for a cat's third eyelid to go away?
The good news is that most cases of Haws Syndrome are "self-limiting". This means that they get better by themselves, usually after two or three weeks. As long as a cat continues to be healthy, hungry and happy, there's no need for treatment.
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