Take a warm damp cloth or paper towel and wipe the eye off a little. I have
a veterinary eye ointment I have used for eye irritations like you've
described, although I know others on the list have used a thin coat of
triple anti-biotic ointment without any problems, if you don't have access
to one specifically for animals. Put a thin coat of ointment on the eye 2-3
times/day. If you don't see any improvement in 2 days, I would consult a
vet familiar with gerbils- there may be damage to the cornea or debris
under the lid.
Jill
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> From: Sheila Mattaliano <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
> Subject: Eye problem
> Date: Sunday, February 18, 2001 12:45 PM
>
> Hi, there --
>
> Our pet gerbil has a closed right eye this morning. It seems slightly
> swollen as well. Last evening we gave him food and he seemed just fine.
>
> Could he have "pink eye"? If so, what do you suggest?
>
> Sheila
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