General Care Discussion :: Shell Rot?

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Post Posted: Mon Sep 05, 2011 3:05 pm   Shell Rot?

My red ear slider has had some bits of shell rot . A friend told me that i should buy him some medicine . When i go to the pet store, what should i look for (specific brands and type) ?
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Post Posted: Mon Sep 05, 2011 11:03 pm   Re: Shell Rot?

You first need to make an accurate diagnosis before starting any treatment. Things can become much worse or complicated by using the wrong treatment. If I personally suspected shell rot, I would make an appointment with a herp vet. An experienced, second opinion can be very valuable.

Over the counter measures usually involve Betadine, Hibiclense or Maracyn. Here are some articles on it:
http://www.turtlepuddle.org/health/shellrot.html
http://www.anapsid.org/shellrot.html
http://www.austinsturtlepage.com/Care/medshell.htm
http://www.tortoisetrust.org/articles/shellrot.html
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