My Chinese water dragon has a sticky, dry mouth. Is it mouth rot?

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My Chinese water dragon has some kind of weird thing on hits mouth and it's always sticky and dry looking I'm thinking it's mouth rot but I'm not sure the lady who sold me him didn't tell me she claimed that it is a bite wound should I treat it as mouth rot

Angel Alvarado, LVT · Accepted Answer

It is highly suspicious for an abscess or mouth rot. Ideally, she should be examined by your veterinarian or an experienced herp veterinarian for confirmation. Treatment may include draining or debridement. Antibiotics will almost certainly be required. In the meantime, increase tank temps by 5-10 degrees F to aid in healing. Make sure she continues to eat and soak her in a warm 50/50 solution of water and unflavored PediaLyte to treat or prevent mild dehydration until she sees the doctor.

My Chinese water dragon has a sticky, dry mouth. Is it mouth rot?

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