How do you treat weepy eye in rabbits?

How do you treat weepy eye in rabbits?

Your rabbit’s treatment will depend on what has caused their infection, but is likely to include:

1. Antibiotic eye drops to treat kill any bacteria.
2. Artificial tears to keep the eyes moist while they heal.
3. Anti-inflammatory pain relief if their eyes are very sore or inflamed.

What causes watery eyes in rabbits?

Rabbits can develop weepy eyes for many different reasons, and it’s a symptom that is nearly always a sign of a problem (even if the discharge is clear). The most common causes of weepy eyes include dental problems, tear duct disease, eye infections injuries, and irritation.

What are the symptoms of myxomatosis?

Symptoms of myxomatosis include:

• Swelling around the eyes, face, ears and genitals.
• Weepy eyes (milky)
• A runny nose.
• Skin lumps, ulcers and scabs on the face and body.
• Low energy (lethargy)
• Difficulty eating or drinking.
• Breathing problems.
• Hot to touch (high temperature/fever)

How do I know if my rabbit has Flystrike?

Typical signs of Flystrike:

1. Digging into a corner- they will be doing this to dig away from the pain.
2. Being very quiet and lethargic.
3. Not eating/ drinking.
4. Not wanting to move.
5. You may also notice a strong smell coming from the hutch.

Why is my rabbit losing fur around his eye?

Hair loss in your rabbit may be due to an underlying physical health condition, including a parasite infestation, dental problems or a hormone imbalance. The hair loss can also be caused by boredom, or if your rabbit shares an environment, fighting between rabbits.

What is weepy eye?

Watering eye, epiphora or tearing, is a condition in which there is an overflow of tears onto the face, often without a clear explanation. There is insufficient tear film drainage from the eye or eyes.

How can you tell if a rabbit has myxomatosis?

What are the symptoms of myxomatosis?

• Swelling, redness and/or ulcers.
• Nasal and eye discharge.
• Blindness caused by inflammation of the eyes.
• Respiratory problems.
• Loss of appetite.
• Lethargy.

What are the symptoms of calicivirus in rabbits?

Rabbits with Calicivirus may display fevers, restlessness, lethargy and poor appetite. They may have a bloody discharge from the nose and blood-stained cage floors may be noticed. Rabbits who have recovered from the less severe symptoms usually go on to develop liver disease with weight loss and lethargy.

How do you treat flystrike at home?

How to treat

1. Remove dirty, contaminated fleece as soon as possible around the whole area of the strike – it may be larger than it looked to begin with!
2. Wash the skin of as many maggots as possible and clean open wounds with salt water or skin disinfectant such as Hibiscrub or iodine.

What’s wrong with my bunny’s eye?

The biggest problem with rabbits’ eyes is with their tear ducts. These can become inflamed and watery, with a sticky discharge that gathers round the eye and surrounding fur. Surprisingly, tear duct problems are almost always linked to underlying dental health issues.