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Off topic rescue.

Just wanted to run this by here first for two reasons. Just to show off my new rescue, and to find out what is wrong with it.

Not sure what the two bumps are after the rectum. One bump looks infected and open sore. Thinking it was impacted, I gave it a warm bath and put Neosporin on it. Know nothing about gecko's , so anything will help.

Thanks

DAVY

Oh forgot to tell you that the liquid drop is pee, not from the sore.

DAVY

I would ask about that particular situation here on the gecko forum........hope the little guy gets better soon.
Gecko Forum

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"a snake in the grass is a GOOD thing"

serpentinespecialties.webs.com

looks pretty dead over there...wow!

Worth a try I guess if anyone replies back before your gecko passes of old-age..LOL!
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"a snake in the grass is a GOOD thing"

serpentinespecialties.webs.com

LOL Yea, I thought I would try here first.

Well, I probably would have done the same as you did with the situation. I would re-apply the anitbacterial ointment every day as well. I am not sure about dosages of batryl for lizards and if it does not clear up in a week or so that would be my next step. Could have been kept in a very dirty cage and picked up an infection of some sort. I hope the ointment , clean cage and water is all that is needed though. Good luck with the little fella.

Joe

Thanks Joe, I reapplied the ointment. Maybe another bath tomorrow, he seemed to enjoy it.
DAVY

Hi, for what its worth, vets have told me(and us) with varanids that petroleum based antibiotics do not work with reptiles(or is it just varanids) They do block the entry of more bacteria, but do nothing for the exsisting infection.

I would think that an infection that advanced needs to be looked at systematically. That is approached more then topically. Also the key with lizards(most reptiles) is to allow the build up of a strong immune system. Which means control dehydration and allow the ability for the animal to get HOT as it wants.

I am sure you already know this stuff, but incase not, I hope it helps. Of course, if your unsure of how to treat any infection, then a vet should be consulted. Best of luck

Yea, it did not have the proper heat, cage not very clean and in sand. Hopefully it will get better after I give it the proper living conditions. Thanks again

DAVY