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My tortoise one  eye has become closed.

2023-04-04 17:25:42
One of my tortoise's eyes has become closed, soling has also come, he is not even able to eat I also dip in carrot juice. His one eye is totally shut. Please give me some advice for my tortoise.
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Try cleaning the eye with warm water and cotton gently. Eye drops and other medication may be required.  However visiting a vet would provide better diagnosis and treatment thereafter.

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It Can be because of Injury or Infection.pls consult a veterinarian with more details..Needs more History and clinical examination to treat..It may spread or increase .so please Consult  ASAP.

Answered2023-04-05 04:32:14

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Tortoise can get eye infection and respiratory tract infections commonly. In severe cases, abscesses can also occur. Your tortoise needs a clinical examination to rule out the root cause. If it is a simple eye infection, then eye drops will be helpful. In case of respiratory tract infection or anything else, oral medication or injections are needed.
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