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Problems with our Uro!

vatecbound May 12, 2006 09:47 AM

apparently, i had described the problem our uro was having incorrectly. this is what my gf sent me in regards to our uro. Any help would be greatly appreciated

"I have a 1.5 year old (i think) Saharan uro. I have had her (not sure of sex) for almost 4 months now. She is in a spacious cage with a sand substrate. Recently I noticed that some of the scales on and around her mouth have become discolored. They appear to be whitish, like the color was missing or rubbed off. She frequently gets salt deposits on her nose, which easily rub off. (How common is that? should i be seeing it frequently?) But I am worried about the discolored scales. Is this abnormal? She has not really shed yet since I got her, she has a little on her face, but nothing much. Can uros get fungal infections from high humidity? I read in a book that its ok for humidity to reach 60-70 at night, as long as its hot and dry during the day. Is this true? How can I reduce humidity in her habitat? I would appreciate any and all input!!! Thanks!!!"

thank you so much

Replies (3)

Skribbles May 12, 2006 01:40 PM

I was just about to post the exact same issue.

My uro (Nigerian) seems to be rubbing her face lots on anything in her enclosure. He nose and under her eyes is becoming white/discoloured. She gets the salt build ups everyday but don't seem to be affecting. At first I thought this rubbing was to get the salt of but now I am unsure.

ymerejsregor May 12, 2006 02:37 PM

Hi! Post some pics if you can which might help others diagnose. My guess from what you have desribed though is that it's just normal shedding. They will look a little discolored right before the scales are shed.

JR
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purduecg May 12, 2006 02:58 PM

I agree, that it is mostly likely the shedding process. However, Uros can also get mouth rot, which can be very serious. Pictures would help us direct you. When in doubt a vet visit is always a good idea but pictures would be a good place to start too in this case.

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