My old turtle's eyes are cloudy with white. Is it going blind?

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Hi, I recently inherited my aunts turtle, I think it's an eastern box turtle. We know it's 35 years or older. It hasn't been out in the sun much at all. We noticed that the pupil in both eyes are covered with an off white substance. The turtle doesn't react to anything close to his face, only eats food when we put it close to it's mouth. Is the turtle blind? Pet's info: Other | Unknown - Other | Male | unneutered | 4 lbs

Angel Alvarado, LVT · Accepted Answer

Have Sid examined by an experienced "herp" veterinarian. The eyes may have had chronic infection resulting in a "cap" of what is basically dried pus. If this is the case, proper treatment may allow removal of the caps restoring vision. The vet can also confirm the species and provide husbandry information. You can also request a consult to shares images for confirmation and care information.

My old turtle's eyes are cloudy with white. Is it going blind?

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