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Feline herpesvirus and rhinotracheitis
Eye and upper-airway signs may occur together.
Feline herpesvirus can cause upper-respiratory and eye disease. Sneezing and discharge overlap with other conditions; an examination helps guide care, particularly when the eyes are painful.
Record appetite, breathing, and eye changes. Call ahead before a clinic visit and follow advice on separating affected cats and cleaning shared items.
Editorial summary · Sources checked 29 Sep 2026. Not reviewed by a veterinarian.
Common signs
Sneezing, nose or eye discharge, squinting, reduced appetite
When to contact a vet
A painful or cloudy eye needs prompt examination. Breathing difficulty is an emergency; a cat not eating also needs prompt advice.
References
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