General Care Discussion :: A Swollen Lobe on the Cheek

[zerotester]

Hello All,

I just found the bigger of my 2 RESs (properly named Big Big) having developed a swollen cheek on the left. It looks like a big lobe beneath the skin below his 'red ear'. Presently he is very active and has extremely good appetite. I am concerned that the lobe is something serious.

Would appreciate some advice.

Thank you in advance.

[worldpeace]

Your turtle has what is called an ear abcess and it can be easily removed by a vet. He's just going to make an cut and take the puss out and then you're going to keep the wound clean for a few days until it heals.

[zerotester]

Thank you very much Worldpeace!

Will bring him to the vet.

Regards,