tearing eyes

Question
hii, my name is amna. i own a persian kitten which is now 3 months old. The kitten has a problem in her eyes which i always see her tearing. The only thing which i do to this problem is cleaning her eyes by a soft towel. could you advice me in how to solve the problem. If there is any medecine i have to give..

thanks amna

Answer
    Many different things can cause Epiphora (watering of the eyes).  In your kitten's case, I'm guessing there is only a minor irritation involved.  She could've gotten poked with something or was simply bothered by a few strands of fur hanging in the way.  Make sure to clear away any immediate irritants.  If the cause is indeed minor, it should go away within a couple of days.  Just keep wiping her eyes gently with a warm, damp cloth every so often.  Reminder: never give a cat medicine unless it is approved by your veterinarian.
    It's also possible that she has some sort of viral infection, such as Feline Calicivirus or Feline Rhinotracheitis.  If this were so, she would also be exhibiting symptoms such as sneezing, nasal discharge, fever, and loss of appetite.  Her eyes, in addition to watering, would be mildly puffy.  If she has not shown any of the previous signs, this most likely does not apply to her.  However, if you have noticed this behavior, don't fret, as most cases are easily treated and cured within a week or two.
    In short, keep treating her eyes as you have been, and if her condition doesn't significantly clear up within the next few days, contact your veterinarian.  He's the only one who can accurately dignose your cat's ailment and prescribe a treatment.
    I wish you the best of success with your situation, and don't hesitate to confront me again with any questions you may have later.  Also, feel free to leave a comment on my bio page; it's always appreciated!

Hope I Was of Help,
Rachael