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My leopard gecko's eyes are stuck open while shedding. Should I worry?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Reptile | Gecko | Male

My Leopard gecko is starting to shed and his eyes are stuck open should I be worried about that?

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Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on July 3rd, 2019

It is very difficult to give advice without seeing what you are referring to. Can you post again with some photos? If he has retained spectacles then yes, that is a worry and he should be seen by a vet. If you try to remove the eye caps yourself you can seriously damage the eyes. ( https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239&catId=102919&id=8006545 )

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