What can be done about eye infections in monitor lizards?

Answer by  digmyspace (249)

A mild viral eye infection that causes a little eye redness and watering will go off in a few days even when not treated. A bacterial infection can be worse and needs antibiotics. I find it difficult to differentiate so I give the lizards an antibiotic eye drop always.

Answer by  busyfingers (239)

Eye infections can spread rapidly if they are deep - so be very careful. If it spreads your monitor lizard can become permanently blind. Get a vet to see the lizard and get the right eye drops or meds! If you treat it early the effects are better.

Answer by  theblip (295)

If it's a superficial infection it's so much easier to treat and much less threatening. Sometimes a light injury causes a superficial infection. Usually just carefully washing the eye and an antibiotic eye solution or cream will get your monitor lizard back on track.