My red ear slider turtle has swollen eyes and won't eat. What do I do?

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hello I have a red ear slider turtle . his eyes are swollen its been 3 days already he hasn't ate any thing he doesn't move around. he only comes up for air. I have bought the turtle fix solution for his water but not sure is working. what shouls I do

Angel Alvarado, LVT · Accepted Answer

Check the water temperature and quality. Perform a partial water change and rinse filter media if necessary to maintain or improve water quality. Use only aged or conditioned water that is temperature matched to prevent stress or shock. Use tank water to rinse filter media to preserve beneficial bacterial populations. The swollen eyes may be caused by bacterial infection or by vitamin deficiency. Infection will need to be diagnosed and treated by your veterinarian after a physical exam. You can purchase ZooMed Turtle Eye Drops online or in the local Petco. This product may resolve the swelling if it is due to vitamin deficiency. You can review slider care at the link below. www.anapsid.org/reslider.html

My red ear slider turtle has swollen eyes and won't eat. What do I do?

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