Problem: Recurrent eyelid closure/swelling and lethargy in T. o. ornata.

I acquired a group of 3.5 LTC T. o. ornata over the summer. I am overwintering as their weight was insufficient for me to be comfortable attempting to hibernate. They are set up per Russ Gurley "Keeping and Breeding Freshwater Turtles". They have all been panacured and treated with flagyl x 3 applications. Feeding on superworms, mealworms, occasional cooked chicken necks, romaine lettuce. Food dusted with Zoo-med reptile vitamin powder 1x per week. Have orally dosed with avian liquid vitamins 3-4x. Have gained considerable body weight. They will be eating, alert and active one day then develop problem. I will soak and use eye drops with vit A which will allow them to open eyes and then they will feed. Have treated with opthalmic antibx ointment from my vet. All have cycled through this problem 2-5x then regained normal status. When ill they are removed from the group to a similar set up until apparent recovery. One female has never developed these symptoms. Thanks for any and all input.

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