My mouse's eye is irritated. Will it clear up or need medication?

This presentation could be due to a mild to moderate conjunctivitis which could be due to an infection or could be traumatic. A check up at your local veterinarian would be essential to confirm this clinical suspicion and treat appropriately. Antibiotic eye drops may be required. Corneal injuries needs to be ruled out as well.

Hello! I'm sorry to hear that Mickey is having some skin problems. Skin issues are not all that uncommon in mice, the location you mention (the ears) is common for irritated skin. The eye problem probably did stem from him scratching at his ears - sometimes they accidentally scratch the sensitive tissue around the eyelids and cause irritation unwittingly. The best thing you can do for Mickey is to trim his toenails - many skin and eye issues in mice are self-inflicted, and having short nails keeps them from being able to cause further damage. A small human nail clipper works well for this purpose, but if you are uncomfortable with restraining your mouse safely, a vet's office can do it for you. They may also be able to suggest an ointment for the irritated ear tissue. Additionally, they can check for parasites that might be causing him to scratch - this is unlikely, but worth ruling out. In the meantime, to protect the eye, a plain artificial tears ointment that you can get from the drugstore can be helpful. Be sure it's made for the eyes, and that it doesn't have anything in it except for mineral oil and white petrolatum. Good luck, and I hope that little Mickey gets well soon!

Thanks for reaching out about Darwin and including a photo. A concern would be a trauma to the eye, and a corneal rupture. This can likely become infected and should be assessed by a veterinarian as soon as possible. Once the infection gets into the eye, it is a very short distance to the brain, 1-2 mm. Good luck.

Although a picture of it could help to determine underlying cause more specifically, that is likely to be due to a mild to moderate conjunctivitis, probably secondary to a trauma or infection. A check up would be needed as appropriate treatment would include antibiotics and anti-inflammatory eye drops. Corneal injuries must be ruled out as well. Hope this answer was helpful, but please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.

I would be suspicious that Ginger may have scraped or otherwise injured her cornea. This causes squinting, pain, and swelling and irritation around the eye. A warm compress to the area may help with comfort, but she may need to see a veterinarian for definitive diagnosis and possibly antibiotics. An abscessed tooth could also Cause similar symptoms. Best of luck and I hope she improves soon. Thank you for using Pet Coach.

Hello there! I'm sorry to hear about Maruko's eye. It certainly does look like it's a bit irritated. This could be a few different conditions - it could be an infection of the eyelids (called blepharitis), infection of the conjunctiva (pink eye), or an abrasion or scratch on the cornea. The treatment will depend on the condition, but only a vet will be able to prescribe medication that will help. In the meantime, keeping the eye clean with a soft cloth and some warm water will help prevent further irritation. Application of a protective eye ointment may also help with discomfort - artificial tears ointment is a good choice for this (you can find it at a drugstore or on Amazon). There are other, more serious conditions that Maruko could have (like glaucoma), but this is less likely considering her young age. I strongly suggest a vet visit if this condition doesn't clear up within the next day as continued eye irritation can cause permanent damage to her eye. Good luck, and I hope that Maruko gets well soon!

If your rat’s eye is truly infected with bacteria then she will need some antibiotic eye drops or ointment to help it clear up. If she is just having ocular discharge it could be from stress, allergies, a viral infection, or a corneal ulceration. It would be best if you would be able to take Peppa in to be evaluated by a veterinarian so she can be appropriately diagnosed and the proper treatment can be initiated. If you are unable to do this, then try to keep they eye as clear from drainage as possible by cleaning it with a damp cloth 2-3 times daily and make sure she is still eating and drinking normally. I hope this helps. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. Best of luck!