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Posted by: jurassicjr at Mon Oct 13 17:52:37 2003 [ Email Message ] [ Show All Posts by jurassicjr ] It depends on whether the rot is due to a fungal infection or a bacterial infection. If it's fungus, it tends to be symmetrical and often covers the shape of the scute and can be treated with over-the-counter anti-fungal such as clotrimazole 1%, with a daily application and keeping the turtle dry except for feeding and soaks. On the other hand, if it's a bacterial infection it will need injectible antibiotics to heal properly. Some shells rot from the inside out and need intensive care, so it's best to take your turtle to a herp vet immediately to find the course of action. You can find a vet listed at anapsid.org. You can find several diseased shell photos at my website: [ Hide Replies ]
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RE: Remedy for shell rot? - jurassicjr, Mon Oct 13 17:52:37 2003