Can I treat my turtle's shell rot at home if I can't afford a vet?

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I think Cooper has a little shell rot on his plastron and how can I treat it at home because I don't really have the money to go to a vet.I'm not sure if it is actually shell rot but if it is,will the treatment harm her in anyway?

Angel Alvarado, LVT · Accepted Answer

Maintain pristine water quality and environmental parameters. Scrub the area gently daily with a soft bristled toothbrush and diluted betadine or Hibiclens solution. Apply a dab of triple antibiotic ointment to the area then keep Cooper out of teh water for at least 15 minutes to allow the ointment to penetrate. If there is no change in 3-4 days, switch to a topical antifungal cream. Scrub then dab then dry dock for at least 15 minutes. Continue until the spot resolves. if it doesn't or if it spreads, you will need to have Cooper examined by your veterinarian or a vet experienced in treating turtles.

Can I treat my turtle's shell rot at home if I can't afford a vet?

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