Hey Guys! My cham is keeping his eyes closed during the day but he is fully awake. When he opens his eyes there seems to be a build up under his eyelids. It's yellowish and appears to be hard. I believe it's the reason my cham is keeping his eyes closed most of the time. Any ideas on what this might be? Any ideas on how to treat? I am going to take him to a vet ASAP. Thanks in advance for any help.
HELP! Crust buildup under Chams Eyelids
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Miss Lily
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It sounds like he may have either something in his eye or an eye infection. What type of UV bulb are you using? Some types of coiled (twisty) UV bulbs have been known to cause eye issues in chameleons. Please fill out this 'How to ask for help' form and post some pics of his eyes if you have any.
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Chameleon Info:
* Your Chameleon - The species, sex, and age of your chameleon. How long has it been in your care?
* Handling - How often do you handle your chameleon?
* Feeding - What are you feeding your cham? What amount? What is the schedule? How are you gut-loading your feeders?
* Supplements - What brand and type of calcium and vitamin products are you dusting your feeders with and what is the schedule?
* Watering - What kind of watering technique do you use? How often and how long to you mist? Do you see your chameleon drinking?
* Fecal Description - Briefly note colors and consistency from recent droppings. Has this chameleon ever been tested for parasites?
* History - Any previous information about your cham that might be useful to others when trying to help you.
Cage Info:
* Cage Type - Describe your cage (Glass, Screen, Combo?) What are the dimensions?
* Lighting - What brand, model, and types of lighting are you using? What is your daily lighting schedule?
* Temperature - What temp range have you created (cage floor to basking spot)? Lowest overnight temp? How do you measure these temps?
* Humidity - What are your humidity levels? How are you creating and maintaining these levels? What do you use to measure humidity?
* Plants - Are you using live plants? If so, what kind?
* Placement - Where is your cage located? Is it near any fans, air vents, or high traffic areas? At what height is the top of the cage relative to your room floor?
* Location - Where are you geographically located?
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chamlover
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Just wondering how your cham was doing. I've had 2 chams that have ended up with eye infection. 1 of my Nosy bes lived for almost 2 years with it and he eventually lost most of his sight in one eye. My vet tried everthing and nothing worked. Never figured out what caused them either. I do have almost 10 chams at any given time. And that is when i don't have babies. lol. Let us know how he is doing and what the vet says. i'd really be interested .
