Sick baby, bloat? Poss kidney damage?

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Ive just got a new axie, less than a week ago, its very young but has been looking a bit sick. When we got it its belly was quite round but i figured the pet store might have been over feeding it. The swelling has increased and ive noticed its jaw and neck is also swolen, what should i do? I dont want it to be suffering, it looks uncomfortable and often gets turned upside down due to its inflated belly. Please help!
 
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Yeah i had already read that on the cc site, if its kidney damage then there is no way to fix it, does anyone have any suggestions on how to make it the most comfortable before it dies, ive thought about euthanising but am unsure...
 
This might not be very helpful, but could you possibly find a vet with experience in amphibians to ascertain what the cause of the bloating is? Euthanasia will only be necessary if there is no chance the little one will recover. I know it's a long shot but it's a bit of hope. It would be so sad to have to put the little one to sleep :(
 
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