Hypervitaminosis |
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Hypervitaminosis
is caused by an abnormal level of vitamins being consumed
by your lizard. Many people think that vitamins can do
only good things, as they aid in the growth of a lizard.
This thinking is wrong. While vitamins are healthy, and
a must for a growing lizard, too many vitamins
can result in the death of your lizard. Always check with
your vet, and read every label that comes with your vitamins.
Vitamin D
Too much Vitamin D and calcium in the lizards
system can cause calcification of arteries. It can also
cause the lizards bones to grow abnormally, as the calcium
builds up. This coupled with a lack of UVB lighting (helps
lizards absorb vitamins) can have serious effects on your
pets.
Vitamin A
Giving your lizard too much Vitamin A can result in abnormal
internal bleeding. |
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