My UTH was left on for 5 days. My digital timer malfunctioned and my BP apparently layed on top of the continuing heat. When I returned from vacation, I noticed some burning marks on her scales underneath...how do I treat this problem???? My BP is 2 1/2 years old and currently in a 55 gallon enclosure. Need advice asap.
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BP Burned!!!
aliaime
Apr 11, 2005 08:59 AM
Replies (4)
PHLiz
Apr 11, 2005 09:05 AM
A very similar question was asked on the Burmese forum. Your best bet would be a vet visit to determine the severity of the burn, and the appropriate treatment needed.
caw8959
Apr 11, 2005 09:29 PM
I agree with getting him to the vet. I had something like that happen and was told by the vet to put neosporin on it daily and to soak him in luke warm water. It took a few weeks but he recovered. But the last message said, a vet will better determin the degree of the burn.
serpentcity
Apr 11, 2005 11:51 PM
....daily (because it rubs off quickly from the belly)...nix the warm water soaks UNLESS YOU ADD diluted povidone-iodine (Betadine) solution...plain water will only allow maceration of the tissues and easier bacterial entry into the denuded tissues...
Scott J. Michaels DVM
Serpent City
aliaime
Apr 12, 2005 06:47 PM
Thx Michael for your advice...appreciate it!
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