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My turtle is making sounds, not eating, and sleeping. Is it sick?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Reptile | Aquatic Turtle | 1 year and 6 months old

my turtle is opening his mouth and making sounds . it has also stopped eating from last 2-3 days Nd keeps sleeping for long .

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Answered By Todd Cecil

Veterinarian

Published on September 3rd, 2019

Thanks for reaching out about Flippy and including a photo. The eyes and neck are swollen, and by your description, it appears he has a respiratory infection. A veterinary visit is recommended to assess and provide a diagnostic/treatment plan that should include a vitamin A and calcium injections and systemic antibiotics. The diet and husbandry practices need to be reviewed and corrected. Good luck.

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