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Posted by chirodan on November 04, 2002 at 11:54:04:
My Iguana is approximately 4 years old. Unfortunately three days ago she wasn't looking very well, and she had a bizarre writhing of her forelimbs. I contacted the vet and brought her in. She was treated for hypocalcemia with a calcium injection. X-rays were taken and revealed that once again she is gravid. This is the second time. It seems as if the presence of the eggs are robbing her of her calcium. Obviously I need to have her start to lay them. The vet also gave her an injection of oxytocin to help stimulate uterine contraction. I began by giving her oral calcium droplets, and I filled her tank 6" deep with sand. This is my best attempt at creating a nesting site. If she doesn't lay soon the vet claims that the eggs must be surgically removed. I would prefer to avoid this if possible. If anyone has advice on returning her to tip top shape, I would be extremely grateful!
-Dan
