Thanks Kitedemon for that explanation. The ambients have shot up the last few days into the mid 80's. that may have contributed because the there wasn't enough water in the air. I just put a small air conditioner in the living room (where our rack is) and I set it so it won't cool the room down too much. Should be mod 70's where I know the rack will perform to spec with a 78-80 ambient.

Also dehydrationay be possible because of his poor motor skills drinking water maybe be a very rare event. Usually he puts his whole head in the water and scares the crap out of himself.

Thanks everyone for the advise. I don't want to mess with the eye. I would hate to risk permanent damage.

Side note: he ate tonight even after me stressing him with the soak and shedding help. He actually ate very aggressively.