Hypercalcemia in male Leos question? Arm Pit Bubbles?

[CapCitySteve]

So a few of my male leos have developed "arm pit bubbles" around both front legs. The females do this as well during the begining of the breeding season however once they begin laying these go away. I was told these bubbles were caused by the geckos getting to much calcium. It seems to only be a problem with my males however. They're still active and eat, but I'm just trying to confirm if it is in fact due to hypercalcemia or if it could be due to something else.

Thanks for the input

 

[Allee Toler]

Just too much calcium. Don't give them calcium for a few days and it should go away. My youngest had this two weeks ago and it's just starting to go away. My oldest gets this frequently because of her special formulated diet for her bones.

 

[CapCitySteve]

Thanks,

I also spoke with Ron Tremper about this and he told me over feeding can do this as well. He also recommended using a supplement with a wider range of vitamins, nutrients, and minerals such as Vionate. Rather than calcium sources such as herptevite and reptical that are high in a few ingredients with less range.


Steve

 

[Allee Toler]

I use vionate, and I still have this happen.

 

[CapCitySteve]

excellent. thanks for the input.

 

[Nayte]

Butter worms are a nice change if you want some real cycled calcium. You can always coat them in vitamins (w/o Calcium) so that one butter worm will be the nice nutritious entree

 

[bindidragon]

Calcium "boobs"

I've heard/read that calcium "boobs" aren't harmful in any way, but my rescue girl has a DD boob that appears to be expanding forward under the side of her jaw/head. I've only been allowing her calcium once a week. Any ideas/suggestions?? Thanks!

 

[cricket4u]

I've heard/read that calcium "boobs" aren't harmful in any way, but my rescue girl has a DD boob that appears to be expanding forward under the side of her jaw/head. I've only been allowing her calcium once a week. Any ideas/suggestions?? Thanks!

Can you take a picture?

 

[bindidragon]

Calcium Boob

I have one on my cell that I'll try and transfer over. I'll try and take a better one because that one isn't the greatest. She's 1 yr and 3 months old and is shedding, eating and active. I was advised not to give her calcium until it disappears, but am concerned it isn't safe. She REALLY is a calcium addict!! She laps it up like a cat with milk. She even bites the dish, or your finger or robe, if it's on there!:lol: I've never seen anything like it!

 

[Mardy]

Those armpit bubbles have been tested to be liquid protein, not calcium. They are usually a sign of overfeeding and/or over supplementing. So if you see armpit bubbles, it's generally a good idea to cut back on feeding and/or supplementing.

What you are describing however, a bubble expanding towards the head/jaw, that does *not* sound normal. A vet visit may be in order.

 

[bindidragon]

Hypercalcemia

Thanks! The bubble feels like it is filled with air. I took away her calcium, and only offer it once a week. She is fed crix and mealies (with an occassional treat of a couple waxies) every other day. She is a big, sweet girl! I will try and get a good pic tonight.

 

[cricket4u]

Thanks! The bubble feels like it is filled with air. I took away her calcium, and only offer it once a week. She is fed crix and mealies (with an occassional treat of a couple waxies) every other day. She is a big, sweet girl! I will try and get a good pic tonight.

A picture will be great. I would suggest not feeding waxworms at all; they are too fatty. You can offer other healthy insects like silkworms or hornworms as a treat instead. My geckos go nuts over them