Vaccine for Cataracts in Cats
Cataracts in cats are a fairly rare occurrence. However, being familiar with the appearance of cataracts can help provide prompt and proper care. There is no known vaccine for cataracts in cats.
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What is a Cataract
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A cataract is any opaque or cloudy covering over the eye. A healthy eye is translucent in color and allows light into the retina, which is in the back of the eye.
What Causes Cataracts
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Cataracts in cats can occur due to a number of factors such as old age, illness, trauma, and inheritance.
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Cataract Symptoms
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The symptoms of a cataract include a grayish, blue or white coloring inside the eye. A cat displaying unwillingness to jump or use the stairs or bumping into objects should also be examined for cataracts.
Diagnosing Cataracts
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In order to diagnose a cataract ones cat should be taken to a veterinarian. A veterinarian can use special tools to confirm the presence of a cataract and determine its extent.
Vaccines for Cataracts
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Currently there are no vaccines to prevent cataracts. However, yearly exams can help detect the early presence of a cataract.
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References
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