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Sorry for all the trouble, i wanted a pet i chose a Veiled Chameleon, i love it, i enjoy it, but i am new with them, i read and read, and learn more. But u guys answering these questions help me very much.

Heres a recap of some question i do need answered on.

Can MBD only be cured by vet, if not whats some steps i can do daily to get back to full health?

I was misinformed on my info when i bought him, i even bought a book.

Could it just be the way the pic was shot that he just looks like he has MBD cause Noele from Chameleon Journals says he looks healthy.

How much is a average check up for MBD from the vet, more then 100$?

My Chameleon also eats lettuc, what other veggie can i put on the veggie clip?

Please dont just send me links to websites for info, im not very good with internet and have trouble navigating stuff hehe.

Please bare with me.

Taking your cham to the vet isn't going to cure anything. He/she can give an emergency boost of calcium, and check to see how bad the damage is. He/she can make recommendations on you how you can change your care.

You have to be the cure. Finding the problems and resolving them is the key.

Joe

There is no "cure" for MBD. You can change your husbandry methods and rectify the imbalance, but the damage has been done and most of it is permanent. The limbs will remain curved and the organ damage cannot be corrected. He will regain most of his motor coordination but you will likely notice long term ticks and twitches.

Do everything you can to improve his situation, but be aware that he won't enjoy a normal lifespan. In all liklihood, 3-4 years is as old as he will get before neurological problems associated with MBD debilitate him to the point where he will not be able to function. In the meantime, I think you owe it to him to be the best keeper you can possibly be.

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