The vet, he is perplexed

[crowdog66]

I just got off the phone with Dr. M, and he's scratching his head in complete puzzlement. He has no idea why Mina's eyes are watering in the absence of any other symptom except the occasional sneeze. He ran down a list of possible causes with me -- an infection in kittenhood, excessive stress, new potourri or incense, the use of Carpet Fresh or paint -- none of which fit Mina's situation. It's possible that it might be an allergy, but the fact that only one eye was watering initially is very strange.

We left off with the agreement that I'd bring Mina in again in a week if she hasn't improved, or sooner if she starts producing infected mucous or goes off her food.

This is so, SO frustrating. The mystery is driving me crazy more than anything else, since Mina doesn't seem to be suffering. This morning she was scampering around, chasing after a bit of popcorn that George brushed off the couch, and begging for some of my breakfast yogurt.

GrrrrRRRRGGGGG! What an infuriating little beast. I love her dearly, but right now I'm very worried about her.

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[matrixrefugee.livejournal.com]

She sounds like a cat version of me from spring to autumn: sniffly and watery-eyed but keeps on keepin' on.

[crowdog66.livejournal.com]

The vet did suggest that it might just be a seasonal thing, but of course we won't know for a few weeks. If she recovers and if it occurs again at roughly the same time next year... ding! We have a winner. :-)