dialated pupils

Seymore is a tuxedo cat that came as a feral  5 yrs ago and now is quite social with 6 other cats (feral) inside/outside. Very healthy. However, yesterday I noticed his pupils were very dilated. Its been 24 hours, still dilated. He's eating, playing, purring, and looks good. Any idea why his pupils are so large?

missyenberg said:

 
Seymore is a tuxedo cat that came as a feral  5 yrs ago and now is quite social with 6 other cats (feral) inside/outside. Very healthy. However, yesterday I noticed his pupils were very dilated. Its been 24 hours, still dilated. He's eating, playing, purring, and looks good. Any idea why his pupils are so large?

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even in the daylight? did you shine light in his eyes?

Yes, I took a flashlight just now. He blinked but pupils stayed same.Going to the vet tomorrow. So strange and all of a sudden. Seems like his vision is dimished. Very upsetting.

missyenberg said:

 
Yes, I took a flashlight just now. He blinked but pupils stayed same.Going to the vet tomorrow. So strange and all of a sudden. Seems like his vision is dimished. Very upsetting.

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i'm sorry. but good of you to take him in. 

Dialated eyes can indicate high blood pressure and possibly blindness. Definitely take the cat to the vet for a thorough check up.

Yes, I agree with what others have said. Years ago I owned a rabbit that went blind from glaucoma, and one symptom of his blindness was dilated pupils that would not contract when light was shown into him (along with the symptom of him bumping into things). Not surprised about how quick it's come along, both my rabbit and my family's dog went blind seemingly within a few days. I think pets are really good at hiding blindness and making do with their other senses until almost all vision is gone. I hope things improve for your cat.

 here is a link if you need a board certified veterinary ophthalmologists

http://member.acvo.org/search_results

http://www.acvo.org/new/public/locate.shtml

Took Seymore to the Vet and to the animal eye center. Blood pressure normal. No detached retina and no bleeding. Vet did bloodwork and I'll know more tomorrow. Opthomologist also saw retina in place but no light getting into eye. Put him on a strong steroid for Optic Neuritis. Maybe would reduce inflammation if thats the cause. 25% effective. Also did not rule out brain tumor or Lymphoma. Meanwhile the cat is eating, grooming and really managing blindness quite well. Even looks out the window. We have 10 other cats indoor/outdoor and he loves them all. Really helps him with eating and company. Thanks for all your comments.

Vet gave Seymore a steroid to reduce inflamation. Thought it might be acute optic neuritis. Started the medication and unbelievably the next day He Could SEE. It was crazy. Pupils reduced to normal and he's been fine ever since. Remarkable. Bottom line: If your cat is sick…Go To The VET! So happy dr.'s made the right call.

Wow!! That's amazing to hear!! You must be so happy about it! I love happy endings.