Why is my veiled chameleon losing spikes and bleeding while shedding?

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Hello, I've had my veiled chameleon for 5 months. He is in a tall cage, about 4 feet and the highest branch is around 7 inches away from his heating light. He's currently shedding and has been rubbing up against branches and his spikes on his back are coming off, it's just a few of them but Its still alarming. They're are little drops of blood that are on the surface of his spikes. What can I do? Should I bring him to the vet? I called petco and they said use an antibiotic. Pet's info: Reptile | Chameleon | Male | unneutered

Todd Cecil · Accepted Answer

Thanks for reaching out about Nelson. There are several possibilities that could be causing him to itch, a dermal infection being one but not a high probability, or could be a secondary condition. Vitamin A deficiencies are fairly common causes of dermal condition in reptiles. Insect prey needs to be supplemented with a wide variety of vegetables, both green and red/yellow/orange. A veterinary visit is recommended to access and provide a treatment plan. An injection of vitamin A will probably be recommended. Systemic antibiotics or anti-fungals might be recommended depending on what the lesion looks like. Good luck.

Why is my veiled chameleon losing spikes and bleeding while shedding?

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