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eastern painted turtle eye problem

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Question
the turtle seems to have a film over his eyes. i am not sure he can see because he hasnt eaten in a few days and seems not to be eble to see where he is going. does the film mean he has an eye intection? Any suggestions on helping the little guy? he is a baby and i have to try to help him somehow???

Answer
Hello he will  need to go to a vet to have the eye looked at to be sure that it is not a growth and or infection. Although you can buy drops, it doesnt always resolve the issue.
There is a high possibility that he scratched his face and or eye and caused an irriatation and if he isnt eating and can not see this needs to be addressed asap