my red eared slider is about 6 months-1year old and has an eye infection, his eye is swollen, is is completely covered by a membrane of pale color. i just noticed it today and i'm really worried it might have bad damage on my turtle, what can a i do to help it? i was recommended eye drops with antibiotics but what you you think?

Updated On February 24th, 2018

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Answered By Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS

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Unfortunately what i can tell you from your description and the pic is that this presentation is likely to be due to a severe conjunctivitis, probably secondary to a trauma or infection. A check up would be needed as appropriate treatment would include antibiotics and anti-inflammatory eye drops. Corneal injuries must be ruled out as well and eye must be fully examined. Please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.

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