My gecko's eye has a film and bubble. Is this a retained shed?

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Hello I sent a message on here recently about my gecko not eating or opening his one eye. Was told to give him a 50/50 warm water and pedialyte bath, which I did and it seemed to help! Also keeping him under a warm lamp. My concern now is he has finally opened the one eye and it doesn’t look good. It isn’t almost all black and has a film on top with a small bubble. I have attached a photo of his normal eye and two of the bad one. What should I do? Pet's info: Reptile | Gecko | Male | unneutered

Dr. Strydom, DVM · Accepted Answer

This looks like it may be a retained eyelid lining from an improper shed. It would be best to have him examined by a vet. Eyes are very delicate and you can really damage the eyeball if you treat him incorrectly at home.

My gecko's eye has a film and bubble. Is this a retained shed?

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