Now my vet's office is blowing me off and not returning voice mails, so I've been doing some research myself. My gecko's symptoms seem to match some of those associated with cryptospyridium. She's not at all lethargic (yet) but that definitely explains the mid section bloat and small watery stools.

I've read conflicting reports about crypto. Some say there is absolutely no cure while others report getting results with various parasite medications. One person even reported pepto bismol as effective in reducing the inflammation to allow the gecko's immune system the opportunity to kick the parasite naturally over time. Seeing as the vet has decided to stop helping, does anyone have any experience with any of these methods? Other recommendations? I'm willing to give any of it a shot, seeing as it can't possibly hurt at this point.



If my theory is correct and this IS crypto, I have no idea how she got it. She has been with me since she was a week old and has always been kept solitary. My 3 leopard geckos, who all seem to be in great shape, have also lived with me their entire lives with no health problems. They are housed separately and do not share any bowls, cage furniture, etc with my crested. Is it feasible that the crypto came in on feeder insects??

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