How big is your turtle? About 4 and 5 inch respectively
How long have you had it? For 6 and 7 months respectively
What is the water temperature? 83°F
Did you use a thermometer? Yes
Are you using a water heater? Yes
How much water is in there? 26 gallons
Are you using a water conditioner? Yes
Are you using any filtration? Yes, rated approx triple the tank size. It is an internal filter.
What is the basking temperature? Exact temperature at the basking platform is uncertain, but I am using dophin uvb lamp which is placed about 30cm away from the basking platform. Been 5 months since I had it and will replace the bulb next month probably.
Is there a basking light? Yes
Is there a basking platform that is easy to climb on? Okay so here is the problem actually. The issue of my 2 RES closing their eyes in water happened after I changed their basking platform. Initially I was using those floating ones made by exoterra. But it became a bit sad to see the two sliders sharing one platform so I created a simple above the tank basking platform made from egg crates for them. I understand that they needed to take some time to adjust and get used to the new basking platform, which was why I wasnt concerned when on the first day it was changed, they didnt bask much except for going up for short periods to just check out this interesting new 'addition'. The next morning, they were ok, swimming around. Noticed nothing unusual. They ate as per normal too. However, in the evening when I came back, I noticed that the older one of my terrapin was swimming around with eyes closed at all times. This made me really worried basically. The other one followed suit about an hour after which made it worse basically. I observed them and then decided to take them out, and do a water change. It wasnt long before the previous water change (maybe 2 weeks?) but I figured their eyes being closed might indicate a problem with water quality (although this has yet to be a concern before this). A point to highlight, however, is that each time they were on land, their eyes opened up. When we were cleaning up their main tank and housing them in a temporary one filled with water, their eyes are ok also.
What kind is it or what is it made out of? Explained above!
Is there a UVB light? Yes
What have you been trying to feed it? Zoomed pellets mostly, and occassional blood worms (once every 2 weeks)
When was the last time your turtle ate? This morning (so far no eating problems, thankfully)
How big is the tank/pond/enclosure? 2.5 feet x 1.5 feet x 1.5 feet
Is the tank near a window? No
Is the tank in a room with a lot of activity? Only in the morning
Have you read the Basic Care section? Yes
Have you searched the forums for similar situations? Yes
Is there any other unusual activity/symptoms? So, I bought the Zoomed Turtle Eye Drop thing just today and applied accordingly to both my sliders. They both appeared better after the application, in the sense that they dont swim all the time with eyes closed. They occasionally open their eyes, but still its not frequent enough for me to be relieved.
I am seeking suggestions. What should I do? Could it be thar the lack of basking for a day or two resulted in this condition? Could it be that this is a reaction to dealing with deeper waters now (since I increased water level when I made the change of basking platform). I know going to the vet is a likely advice given by most, but I actually am in Singapore. The reptile vets around are not many, and dont have very great reviews to be honest. I would like that to be my very last resort.
Link below is a video of how one of my sliders is just going around rummaging through the rocks as usual, but with his eyes closed. I am not sure if his eyes are considered swollen though.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-AzpwJ ... p=drivesdk