Why is my leopard gecko not eating, regurgitating, or passing worms?

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I have a leopard gecko who is 8 weeks old and is not eating much. And when she does eat food she regurgitates it or the worms come out whole in her feces. The temperature and set up is correct. I have gut loaded the insects but she just does not want them. Pet's info: Reptile | Gecko | Female

Todd Cecil · Accepted Answer

Thanks for reaching out about Meesha and including a photo. She does appear thin on the photo. Intestinal parasites are fairly common in many reptiles. High parasite loads can cause regurgitation, hypermotility (thereby poor digestion) and anorexia. Intestinal infections or ingested foreign bodies are also possible. A veterinary visit is recommended for a fecal evaluation to determine which type of parasite (if any) are present. This will determine which medication might be used. Good luck.

Why is my leopard gecko not eating, regurgitating, or passing worms?

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