Tear duct surgery? Opinions needed. (lemmy.ca)

submitted 1 month ago by Amuletta@lemmy.ca to c/cat@lemmy.world

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Dyson has a blocked tear duct that didn't respond to saline flushing. The vet says that surgery involves removing the entire tear duct. Or I think that's what she said. Sounds drastic.

Has anyone gotten this surgery done on their cat? What was the outcome?

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[-] toebert@piefed.social 8 points 1 month ago

If you're unsure what the vet said, call them back to clarify.

Ask them to tell you what treatment they're recommending exactly and why, what are the alternatives if any and what are the short and long term effects of each, as well as any side effects and risks.

Once you got all that and still unsure or concerned, see another vet and ask for a consultation for a second opinion.

Treat it the same as if your doctor told you that you need operation.