Does your Wood turtle appear to have a swollen eye or eyelid? If so, contact your vet right away. Some turtles can often be prone to minor or common health conditions such as a swollen eye, swollen eyelid, or other eye related illnesses. If you own a pet turtle like the Wood Turtle then you may want to make it a routine habit to check his eyes and make sure they are clean and clear. A swollen eyelid or swollen and infected eye can cause the turtle prevent your turtle from being able to see clearly. In turn, your Wood Turtle will not be able to find his food. If this goes on long enough your turtle could starve. Immediate vet care is needed to treat the eye, reduce swelling and determine the cause. In some cases, a swollen eyelid can be caused by a bacterial infection and will require treatment from your veterinary clinic Lakewood Ranch, FL.