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My baby turtle eyes are swollen. For 10 days. I take veterinary hospital but not any improvement. And it's can t do latrine for three days because it's latrine area's skin has fungus..please help......

My baby turtle eyes are swollen. For 10 days. I take veterinary hospital but not any improvement. And it's can t do latrine for three days because it's latrine area's skin has fungus..please help......

Updated On January 14th, 2017

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Swollen eyes can be caused by infection or by vitamin deficiency. A veterinarian should be able to make this determination and prescribe the appropriate treatment. You can request a consultation to discuss this case in greater details and to discuss proper care and husbandry if needed.

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