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Old 02-26-2014, 02:21 PM   #1
Kristen0888
Sulcata's eye won't open

I have a 3.5 inch Sulcata that is having trouble with its eye. It looks like it is swollen. I have had it 2 days and was told soaking will fix the problem, though it is slightly open, it is still not back to normal. I soak him 2 or 3 times daily for 10 to 25 minutes in warm water. Other than the eye, he is active, eats like a pig and uses the bathroom at least once a day. Any ideas on what is going on?
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Old 02-26-2014, 04:49 PM   #2
hadenglock
A common reason this happens is either Vitamin A deficiency or not having proper access to UVB. Either way a vet check would not hurt anything
 
Old 02-26-2014, 06:53 PM   #3
Kristen0888
How Do I give him more vitamin A? I'm not sure if he had UVB before me, but he does have one now. I was told he is a year and a half. But he is so tiny!
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Old 02-27-2014, 01:08 PM   #4
Joe I
Hi Kristen. Yes, soaking will do him/her good. Also, lots of heat. As long as your animal is eating, drinking, and active you will be okay. There are eye drops you can purchase for her. If you notice the animal stops eating or drinking, take him/her immediately to the Vet.

Best Regards, Joe...
 

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