Ooh, that might be the case (or at least contributing to the issue??). Partner says she still does it a little off meds, but when off meds it's only when she's actually doing the proper headbobs that she does the swaying (not randomly whilst walking around like you can see in a couple of the clips) + is less exaggerated in general. Could/Would there be enough tramadol in her system to make her balance a bit wonky if she hasn't had it for a day or two??Could it be the meds making her disoriented? It took a second to pick out but after i saw it she seemed like her balance was off.
@Drache613 is probably going to be the most help.
Tramadol will make you dizzy-- did we go over the UVB your using for him?Ooh, that might be the case (or at least contributing to the issue??). Partner says she still does it a little off meds, but when off meds it's only when she's actually doing the proper headbobs that she does the swaying (not randomly whilst walking around like you can see in a couple of the clips) + is less exaggerated in general. Could/Would there be enough tramadol in her system to make her balance a bit wonky if she hasn't had it for a day or two??
Wondering if maybe because she's been taking it for over a month now there's still some in her system (or potential withdrawals?) even when having missed a days dose. Might explain why my partner claims he still notices it a bit on days he's forgotten or been late to give it to her??? Idk, but it's definitely something that's started whilst I was in hospital which means after we began her on the tramadol
Believe I've got it all in my profile, but it's been double checked by reptile vet and breeder. Basking light has recently been replaced, but the other one is due to be replaced sometime this month.Tramadol will make you dizzy-- did we go over the UVB your using for him?
The Aqua One sounds like a fish light- please change it out for a better quality bulb is there a hood that the bulb is in? You want a fixture / hoodBelieve I've got it all in my profile, but it's been double checked by reptile vet and breeder. Basking light has recently been replaced, but the other one is due to be replaced sometime this month.
X-rays thankfully showed no signs of MBD, but calcium and D3 were sky high on last bloods so we've stopped supplementing Calcium/D3 for now until they drop a bit or kidneys improve.
Not sure if that's the brand the hood is in or the actual bulb (don't have it in front of me to check rn, but I believe that's the UVA light), but the brand specialises in both aquatics and reptiles. Their reptile stuff is usually boxes/branded as 'Reptile One', but the items still have the Aqua One logo on em'. Local stores don't carry Reptisun or Arcadia brands here, not sure if that's Australia wide or just not available in my local town, but have searched for those previously as I'm aware that those two brands are treated as the gold standard. When we replace the UVA light this month I'll see if I can order one of those two online or find whatever the Aussie equivalent isThe Aqua One sounds like a fish light- please change it out for a better quality bulb is there a hood that the bulb is in? You want a fixture / hood
Reptisun 10.0 T 5 or a Arcadia 12% 24 watt -- leave in the tank w/ a distance of 12-15 inches directly over your basking decor --
Can you order on line from Amazon.?Not sure if that's the brand the hood is in or the actual bulb (don't have it in front of me to check rn, but I believe that's the UVA light), but the brand specialises in both aquatics and reptiles. Their reptile stuff is usually boxes/branded as 'Reptile One', but the items still have the Aqua One logo on em'. Local stores don't carry Reptisun or Arcadia brands here, not sure if that's Australia wide or just not available in my local town, but have searched for those previously as I'm aware that those two brands are treated as the gold standard. When we replace the UVA light this month I'll see if I can order one of those two online or find whatever the Aussie equivalent is
Distances are all correct and we remeasure them every time we play with either of our girls decor to make sure it's still in the correct range.
Only issue we're having right now around lights/heating is because it's Spring the days are getting to 30°c+ and we're struggling to keep the tanks cool enough. Helio's tank temperatures are around 38-41°c on the warm side (34-35°c on the cool side), but our other girls tank is hitting 45°c at her basking spot even with the ceramic heater off and only her basking light + UVA light going. Her cool side sits at 36-37°c, and under her hide it's 35°c which is where she goes during the middle of the day atm. We've been having to keep her cage doors open and room fans at max in an effort to cool down her tank :/
The wattage of the bulb depends on the size, right? So it wouldn’t hurt to have a higher one if you have a longer bulb. Mine is a 39w but it is 36” long, there weren’t any 24w ones of that size.The Aqua One sounds like a fish light- please change it out for a better quality bulb is there a hood that the bulb is in? You want a fixture / hood
Reptisun 10.0 T 5 or a Arcadia 12% 24 watt -- leave in the tank w/ a distance of 12-15 inches directly over your basking decor --
Just quickly checked Amazon, and with fastest delivery it'll be a month before soonest arrival time (+ $30 shipping, and it's already $162 before shippingCan you order on line from Amazon.?
Those two - let me get another website posted see if they ship to youJust quickly checked Amazon, and with fastest delivery it'll be a month before soonest arrival time (+ $30 shipping, and it's already $162 before shipping). Hopefully will be able to find local brand equivalent when we've got to replace the UVA this month or cheaper way to order that specific brand if y'all feel that only those two are adequate
UVB light is good, I believe. This is the current basking light we have in their tanks: Exo Terra Basking BulbHello,
Sorry, my computer wont play the video, but I'll
try again tomorrow.
Based on your description of her behavior, it
sounds like a combination of a few things. If your
UVB is not strong enough, or it isn't a UVB light
that will lead to low calcium levels in the blood.
Did they do a blood test I am assuming to have
diagnosed gout?
Sometimes D3 can cause toxicity if given in excess
because it's fat soluble & it is stored.
For now, definitely stop giving any D3 as suggested
by the vet to let her system flush that out.
The tramadol has a tendency to cause marked
side effects & dizziness is one of the issues listed.
Is she eating very well?
Be sure to keep her well hydrated while on the
Allopurinol, too.
Tracie
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