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bearded dragon in a coma state

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Question
Hi my name is Cindy and my 6 yr old male bearded dragon is in a coma state he even went to the bathroom while laying there. Hes breathing but just lays there with his eyes closed. Before this happened I noticed he wasnt walking well and his feet look swollen and a little deformed. I have a 6 yr old female too and shes fine, I also have a almost 3 yr old double headed beardie and they are  fine too. Any idea what could be wrong with him and what I should do? Thankyou hope you can help. Cindy

Answer
Hi Cindy,

If he is actually comatose and virtually unresponsive then I would really consider that to be a veterinary emergency. I would not waste any time on home treatment but try to get him to a vet as soon as possible.

My concern, in view of the swelling and deformity in his feet would be to rule out problems with his kidneys.

I wish I could be more help but I really think his condition is beyond the scope of any suggestion that could make.