Ocular FIP, a manifestation of Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP), can significantly impact a cat's eyes and vision. Here's what you need to know:
What is Ocular FIP?
Ocular FIP is a form of FIP where the feline coronavirus (FCoV) attacks the structures of the eye.
It's more common in the dry form of FIP, occurring in about 30% of affected cats.
While less frequent, it can also appear in the wet form.
Symptoms of Ocular FIP and Cats Eyes:
Anterior uveitis: This inflammation of the iris and ciliary body is the most common sign. Symptoms include:
Cloudy eye (aqueous flare)
Change in iris color (reddening or darkening)
Small white deposits on the cornea (keratic precipitates)
Unequal pupil size (anisocoria)
Painful, squinting eyes
Other potential symptoms:
Glaucoma
Retinal detachment
Cataracts
Blindness
Diagnosing Ocular FIP:
No single test conclusively confirms ocular FIP. Veterinarians usually rely on a combination of:
Physical examination
Eye tests
Blood tests for FCoV antibodies
Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) tests on aqueous humor or ocular tissues (highly specific, but not always positive)
Treatment for Ocular FIP:
The most successful ocular FIP medication is GS-441524 for cats eyes
Treatment focuses on managing inflammation and pain, potentially slowing disease progression. This may involve:
Anti-inflammatory medications (topical and oral)
Immunosuppressive drugs
Pain management
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Prognosis for Ocular FIP:
Prognosis varies depending on the severity of the disease and promptness of treatment.
Some cats with early-stage ocular FIP may experience significant improvement and even remission with aggressive treatment.
However, others may progress to vision loss or require enucleation (removal of the eye) in severe cases.