Chameleon health issue

[Maverickrah]

Hey I'm new to this forums and I have a panther chameleon who has a couple issues if anyone can help. He's been having eye problems, he has them closed all the time, he sleeps almost all day every day I never see him awake n idk if he's eating or drinking. And he falls a lot lately he can't keep himself up, anything that can help fix this? Advice before I take him to the vet? Please help

 

[Maverickrah]

Chameleon major health issue pls help

Hey I'm new to this forums and I have a panther chameleon who has a couple issues if anyone can help. He's been having eye problems, he has them closed all the time, he sleeps almost all day every day I never see him awake n idk if he's eating or drinking. And he falls a lot lately he can't keep himself up, anything that can help fix this? Advice before I take him to the vet? Please help

 

[carol5208]

Yes, from what you describe VET. You can fill out the ask for help form in the health clinic. If your chameleon is closing his eyes during the day, he is most likely ill and falling can be a sign of Metabolic bone disease or it could be he cannot see to grip branches or vines. Please post pics of your chameleon and your set up in addition to filling out the forum. If you have not seen him eat or drink, and eyes are closed, he may be in dire straits right now. We need to know how he has been kept, what lighting you are using, supplements, etc. All that is in the form.

 

[xraygirl]

Fill this out, the more detailed you are, the better


Chameleon Info:

Your Chameleon - The species, sex, and age of your chameleon. How long has it been in your care?
Handling - How often do you handle your chameleon?
Feeding - What are you feeding your cham? What amount? What is the schedule? How are you gut-loading your feeders?
Supplements - What brand and type of calcium and vitamin products are you dusting your feeders with and what is the schedule?
Watering - What kind of watering technique do you use? How often and how long to you mist? Do you see your chameleon drinking?
Fecal Description - Briefly note colors and consistency from recent droppings. Has this chameleon ever been tested for parasites?
History - Any previous information about your cham that might be useful to others when trying to help you.


Cage Info:

Cage Type - Describe your cage (Glass, Screen, Combo?) What are the dimensions?
Lighting - What brand, model, and types of lighting are you using? What is your daily lighting schedule?
Temperature - What temp range have you created (cage floor to basking spot)? Lowest overnight temp? How do you measure these temps?
Humidity - What are your humidity levels? How are you creating and maintaining these levels? What do you use to measure humidity?
Plants - Are you using live plants? If so, what kind?
Placement - Where is your cage located? Is it near any fans, air vents, or high traffic areas? At what height is the top of the cage relative to your room floor?
Location - Where are you geographically located?


Current Problem - The current problem you are concerned about.

 

[Juliaf3]

These are some VERY serious issues that I can almost guarantee will require vet prescribed medicine. Everyone on here could give you guesses as to what could be wrong, but either way, your Cham needs a vet ASAP. To NEVER see him awake you are on the brink of death I am guessing., especially if he is falling constantly. My only advice would be to put a towel at the bottom of the cage so he doesn't break anything when he falls until you get him to the vet. I really hope you can get to a vet soon! I'd love to see pictures and awesome updates about his recovery.