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kensopher
at Mon Dec 4 06:51:16 2006 [ Email Message ] [ Show All Posts by kensopher ]
I've rehabbed a lot of turtles with respiratory ailments. Many times, almost always, they develop ear abscesses. This is associated with significant swelling. Often, turtles with this swelling will make clicking and cracking noises while eating. I really think that it affects the way their jaws fit together. I've never been too concerned about it, as they are still able to eat and heal well.
There may be some slight swelling around the turtle's lower jaw. I wouldn't be too concerned, especially since the Vet seems to think that Hat is doing well. Maybe Hat was well on the way to recovery when you visited with the Vet.
Please keep us updated on little Hat.
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RE: Hat back from the doctor - kensopher, Mon Dec 4 06:51:16 2006