I found a cham a few weeks ago and decided to keep him. He has a swollen toe on his hind leg. The skin just around the nail is dark black but the toe itself is not discolored; it's still green/gray just swollen. Another toe on his other back leg looks to be dark black around the nail area too. What is causing it and how can I help him?

can you post a picture of the injury?

OPI

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1.1 jackson, 1 orange spotted day gecko, dog,
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Here's a picture of his toe. I took it today after soaking him in warm water and washing it with Hibiclense (at the suggestion of another cham owner). After the soak, the toe took on a more grayish/white color than it was before he took a bath.

It was also suggested that I clean the nail area where it was dark black.

Any ideas what to do?

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I dont have much experience in this area but it looks like an abcess to me. Maybe u need antibiotics?

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It could be an infection. If it is it needs to be cleaned out and a culture and sensitivity test done so that the appropriate antibiotic can be prescribed.

I would have to agree...You may need to take this cham to the vet for antibiotics.

I hope all is going well. Keep us posted on you chams disposition.

OPI

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1.1 jackson, 1 orange spotted day gecko, dog,
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Oooh! The little fella needs a trip to the vet. Could be an infected pulled out toenail? Was it like this when you brought him home? Good luck!

Vet trip ASAP

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2.1 veileds, 1.0 ball python

Yes, to the vet.

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1.1 Veiled Chameleons & 1 Mixed Breed Dog

it looks like its filled with puss

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