Why is my guinea pig wobbling and has a glazed eye?

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Hello, I have a guinea pig who has been having some balance issues. He seems to wobble/sway when he walks, sometimes falls over. We brought him to the vet and they ruled out ear infection, this was about a month ago. We were given vitamin c chews. His energy, eating/drinking is normal. Yesterday I noticed his left eye appeared glazed over (see attached) and I wanted to know if it looks like injury or if something internal is happening (possibly related to the balance issues?). Thank you! Pet's info: Exotic | Unknown - Exotic | Male | unneutered | 1 year and 8 months old | 2.5 lbs

Dr Stafford, BVetMed, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

It looks like Rolo has developed an eye infection, it may be a corneal ulcer or could be inflammation behind the eye. It could potentially be related to other issues but eye issues are relatively common in their own right. Regardless I would take him to the vet for an eye exam and according treatment.

Why is my guinea pig wobbling and has a glazed eye?

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