My chameleon has open tail wounds and is laying eggs. What do I do?

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My chameleon has open wounds to her tail that we do not know how she done them. I have tried to clean them with water but it is very sore for her and its difficult to keep them clean and she is trying to lay eggs so is in the soil a lot. Shes really not herself and im worried about her. What can i do?

Angel Alvarado, LVT · Accepted Answer

That is quite a serious wound. How it happened may never be known. Ideally, she should be physically examined by your veterinarian or a vet experienced in treating reptiles. She likely needs antibiotics and possibly pain medication. She may lose the end of her tail. Increase tank temps temporarily to aid in recovery. Gently clean the area once or twice daily with diluted Betadine of chlorhexidine (Hibiclens). If she will eat more, increase the amount of food being fed. Between egg laying and trying to heal a wound, she will need significantly more calories to maintain weight and good health. Increase calcium supplementation as well.

My chameleon has open tail wounds and is laying eggs. What do I do?

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