how fast does MBD appear ?

[GlamToad]

http://www.frogforum.net/album.php?albumid=3395

here are the pictures.

[DanDrobates]

After looking at the pictures I must say that does look like MBD but only a trained exotics vet can make that diagnosis. As far as UVB goes I have heard from some keepers that it can adversely affect albinos but I don’t know if there is any science to support it. I personally do not use UVB on any of my frogs because there is little evidence to support its use at all. The type of bulb you use and the distance from the animal determine the amount that comes into contact. There are lower output bulbs available that should have the distances and output listed in their paperwork.I only mentioned it as a last resort for an obviously sick frog otherwise I never typically recommend it.

[GlamToad]

alright, that makes sense.

[monster]

You shouldn't use UVB on albinos, it isn't good for there eyes and it isn't good for there skin. If you have ever seen an albino person outside in the summer they are usually wearing sunglasses and long sleeve tops or a whole lot of sunblock. I have an albino and I use a really low wattage LED light to simulate the day time. It just lights the tank up enough so she realizes its daytime.

[JawsofaFrog]

Sounds like you nursed this frog back to health with flying colors!

[GlamToad]

Thank you all for your answers, im sure she is on the road to recovery/not getting worse. I weighed her again yesterday and she was now 129g (she had just pooped). She is eating like a champ and putting on weight!

[JawsofaFrog]

Thank you all for your answers, im sure she is on the road to recovery/not getting worse. I weighed her again yesterday and she was now 129g (she had just pooped). She is eating like a champ and putting on weight!

It is so good to hear of your frog eating like she is!