Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Other | Unknown - Other | Male | 10 years and 11 months old | 1.6 lbs
Hi, my turtle aged 11 years is having a constipation from last few days and I am giving him milk of magnesia and vitamin supplement so it pooped for 2 times but again it stopped and he is having pain he opens his mouth while in water and make bubbling sound. please help
1 Answer
Published on September 7th, 2017
He may have a respiratory infection. This is a serious illness if left untreated. Have Babliu examined by your veterinarian or a vet experineced in treating reptiles for confirmation. Treatment is usually antibiotics. In the meantime, increase the temperature in the tank by 5 to 10 degrees F to aid in recovery. Make sure he continues to eat.
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