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So my daughter's leopard gecko has stuck junk in her trunk. She has been pooping fine, but there is a piece of hard poo that won't come out. I don't think it is impaction. My daughter has been trying to remove it carefully with tweezers and a wet cotton swab, but it is as hard as a rock. The droppings are also very stuck inside and are hard to remove or even pull out.

Things used in her enclosure:

  • Coconut fiber
  • 10 gallon tank
  • Fake plants
  • Plastic water bowl
  • Wood branch
  • Plastic realistic hide

Should I stop using any of these items? Does this happen often? Do I need medical help or can I do it myself? What is the cause? She eats only mealworms, some crickets, and they are dusted with calcium and vitamins. Otherwise, she is in great health. Please help, I am worried! Thank you.

lila
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guru_florida
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    Welcome to Pets! A picture would help a lot. Does it look like clogged femoral pores or is it actual poo? What's the humidity in the enclosure? Please [edit] your question and provide more information. Mealworms are not very nutritious and shouldn't make up the majority of the diet, as explained in this question and this question. – Elmy Nov 20 '20 at 06:33

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