Why does my Ragdoll cat have recurring uveitis and nystagmus?

I'm sorry but it is very difficult to assess eye problems with regular photos. The use of an ophthalmoscope, slit lamp, etc to look into the eye is best. It sounds like that has been done and an ophthalmologist exam would be best. All I think I see in this photo is a dark area above the pupil that would worry me about iris melanoma but again, I can't really tell much from a photo. There are too many possibilities as to what could be going on. An ophthalmologist will be able to help better as this is their area of expertise. Sorry we can't be of more help, I hope you understand. Best wishes.

There is anisocoria (the two pupils are unequal in size) and possibly ptosis of the upper eyelid (the eyelid cannot open normally) on the left side (where the pupil is bigger). There are many causes that can provoke this presentation: -Corneal injury such as an ulcer. -Disease or injury to the brain or to the nerves running to the affected eye, such as Horner’s syndrome. -Glaucoma, a disease in which there is increased pressure within the eye (the pupil in the affected eye will be dilated). -Uveitis, or inflammation of the interior of the eye (the pupil in the affected eye will usually be constricted). -Retinal disease. -Scar tissue formation between the iris and the lens (called posterior synechia), a condition that may develop following uveitis. -Iris atrophy (a decrease in the amount of tissue within the iris) usually a degenerative change associated with aging. -Congenital defect of the iris, in which the iris tissue does not develop properly. -Cancer within the affected eye. -Spastic pupil syndrome - a syndrome that may be associated with feline leukemia virus infection. -Other infectious diseases such as feline immunodeficiency virus or toxoplasmosis. Unfortunately is difficult to be more specific than that and a clinical examination at your local veterinarian is essential to confirm these clinical suspicions and treat appropriately. Antibiotics may be needed. 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. If this answer was helpful please let us know, this will be used to improve our service!

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! I can think of 2 things: 1) uveitis which is inflammation of the uveal structures in the eye. It can cause light sensitivity. It is diagnosed by measure the intra-ocular pressure. It would come back low. Causes of uveitis in cats is trauma to the eye, feline leukemia, infection, metabolic disease, etc. 2) Haws syndrome. Which is GI disease. In a young cat I would be sure he gets dewormed regardless of a normal stool sample. Consider a dietary change if deworming doesn't resolve the issue. I hope Sofia does well!

This is called nystagmus. Some Asian breeds of cats have a congenital nystagmus, which is not concerning. They can still see very well and act and feel normal and healthy. However, nystagmus can also be a sign of a brain lesion. Should your kitty act funny, or not feel good, have problems walking, eating, drinking or appear ill, take her to your vet for an exam and mention the nystagmus. But if she acts normal, then there is likely no problem.

Hello. It sounds like an inflammatory process in the eye called uveitis. You are doing the best thing for her by having this looked at quickly. Usually with proper treatment, these will clear up pretty quickly. Thanks for contacting Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

In any cat this can be a sign of a neurological problem, vestibular disease or an inner ear infection. No one knows what causes vestibular disease but it does often get better with time and treatment. Inner ear infections are also treatable with medication. At your cats age I would be worry about a brain disease such as a tumor or vascular disease to cause these symptoms. She does need to see a vet as soon as possible to see what the problem is and your potential prognosis. They can start medicine to help calm her and minimize the symtpoms

The cloudy ares are concerning. The vet needs to examine the eyes with an ophthalmoscope.We can't really tell much from the photo. I can tell you it is not normal and may be an immune mediated response. It could also be uveitis from a virus. I don't want to second guess your vet as I was not there to examine him but the treatment does not sound appropriate for a stomach virus and if those are the actual doses you are giving they sound very high.