Uncontrolled diabetes in cats can lead to sudden blindness. Strict insulin therapy and blood sugar regulation helps prevent vision loss.
Diabetes
Hypertension damages blood vessels supplying the eyes, resulting in stroke and acute blindness in cats. Medication controls blood pressure.
Blood Pressure
Car accidents, falls, animal attacks causing eye & brain injuries lead to partial or full vision loss in cats. Protecting cats helps avoid.
Physical Trauma
Conditions like cataracts, glaucoma, detached retinas and optic nerve issues lead to progressive blindness as cats age.
Degeneration
While blindness can't be reversed or cured in cats, providing supportive medical care, safe environments, routine and enrichment aids adjustment.
Supportive Care
Medicines to regulate diabetes, blood pressure and anxiety may help blind cats manage underlying conditions and live happily.
Medications As Needed
Make their surroundings soothing, consistent and interactive through audible toys, scent cues, raised feeding stations, litterbox guides.
Environment