Why is my turtle's beak rotting? What disease and treatment?

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I have a Chinese Pond Turtle that appears to have the right side of its beak rotted away. It started as a little yellowish bump on his beak, but after 2 months it popped to reveal that it was eating away at his beak. What disease is this and what type of treatment would he need? Pet's info: Reptile | Aquatic Turtle

Todd Cecil · Accepted Answer

Thanks for reaching out about Squirtle and including photos. A probably diagnosis is an infection, requiring debridement of the wound and systemic antibiotics. A veterinary visit is recommended. Good luck.

Why is my turtle's beak rotting? What disease and treatment?

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